Věra Čáslavská
Czech gymnast and Olympic champion
Born
May 3rd, 1942
83 years ago
Died
2016
9 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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A prominent gymnast from Czechoslovakia, major accomplishments took place during the 1960s. Achieved significant success at the Olympic Games, winning a total of seven gold medals. Dominated the 1968 Olympics, securing four gold medals amidst political turmoil. After retirement, transitioned into coaching and was actively involved in promoting gymnastics in the country.
Won seven Olympic medals, including four golds in 1968
Secured six World Championship titles
Influenced gymnastics coaching in Czechoslovakia
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