Sandra Izbașa

Romanian gymnast and Olympic champion

Sandra Izbașa - Romanian gymnast and Olympic champion
Born

June 18th, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Romania

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Competed in gymnastics, achieving significant success at international events. Won the gold medal in the floor exercise at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Also secured a silver medal in the team event at the same Olympics. Excelled at the European Championships, claiming multiple medals throughout career. Contributed to the Romanian team's legacy in gymnastics during the late 2000s.

Gold medal in floor exercise at 2008 Beijing Olympics

Silver medal in team event at 2008 Beijing Olympics

Multiple medals at European Championships

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