Svetlana Khorkina
Russian gymnast and sportscaster
Born
January 19th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Achieved significant success in artistic gymnastics, competing at the highest levels in the sport. Won two Olympic gold medals in the all-around and balance beam events at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Dominated European championships, securing multiple titles and setting records. Transitioned into a successful career as a sportscaster after retiring from gymnastics, contributing to sports media coverage in Russia.
Won two Olympic gold medals in gymnastics
Secured seven World Championship titles
Held the record for most title wins in European Championships
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