Elena Mukhina

Russian gymnast and World Champion

Elena Mukhina - Russian gymnast and World Champion
Born

June 1st, 1960
65 years ago

Died

December 22nd, 2006
18 years ago — 46 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Competed in gymnastics during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Achieved significant success by winning multiple titles, including the gold medal at the 1978 World Championships in Strasbourg. Suffered a career-ending injury in 1980 before the Moscow Olympics, affecting the opportunity to compete at a major international event. Made a comeback in the following years, but continued to face challenges due to the injury.

Gold medal at the 1978 World Championships

European Champion in 1977

Pioneered new techniques in gymnastics

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