Nadia Comăneci

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Nadia Comăneci born?November 12, 1961
2. Where was Nadia Comăneci born?Onești, Romania
3. What is the career?Elite gymnast, Olympic champion, author, coach, and sports ambassador
4. What is a perfect 10 in gymnastics?A perfect 10 means the judges think the routine was flawless, giving the highest score possible.
5. How did Nadia Comăneci become famous at the 1976 Olympics?She was 14 at the Montreal Games and performed routines that earned her a perfect 10, then six more, winning gold medals.

Elite Athlete: An athlete who competes at the highest level of their sport, often professionally or internationally.
Apparatus Routines: Specific sequences of movements performed on distinct pieces of gymnastics equipment like bars or beams.
Artistry in Gymnastics: The expressive and aesthetic quality of a gymnast's performance, including grace, style, and choreography.