Dominique Moceanu
American gymnast, 1996 Olympic champion
Born
September 30th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Dominique Moceanu achieved prominence in gymnastics, competing at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. As a member of the 'Magnificent Seven', she contributed to the United States winning its first-ever team gold medal in women's gymnastics. Moceanu's career included competing in numerous national and international competitions, where she showcased exceptional talent in her routines. Following her Olympic success, she continued to compete professionally and made appearances in various gymnastics exhibitions and events.
Won a gold medal in the 1996 Olympics
Part of the 'Magnificent Seven' team
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