Yelena Davydova

Russian gymnast and Olympic champion

Yelena Davydova - Russian gymnast and Olympic champion
Born

August 7th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Competed in gymnastics during the 1980s, achieving significant success in various international competitions. Won a gold medal in the team event at the 1980 Moscow Olympics. Achieved multiple medals at the World Championships, contributing to the prominence of Soviet gymnastics during that era.

Gold medal in team event at the 1980 Moscow Olympics

Multiple medals at the World Championships

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