In 1972, tiny Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut soared onto the world stage with her daring moves and megawatt smile, instantly capturing hearts at the Munich Olympics. This compelling biography charts Korbut's intense training from a young age, her revolutionary performances that transformed gymnastics, and the global adulation that followed her pioneer status. It also follows her struggles after that Olympic glory - from injuries and life under the Soviet regime to her eventual defection and new beginnings in America. Discover ...
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In 1972, tiny Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut soared onto the world stage with her daring moves and megawatt smile, instantly capturing hearts at the Munich Olympics. This compelling biography charts Korbut's intense training from a young age, her revolutionary performances that transformed gymnastics, and the global adulation that followed her pioneer status. It also follows her struggles after that Olympic glory - from injuries and life under the Soviet regime to her eventual defection and new beginnings in America. Discover the complete story behind one of gymnastics' most courageous trailblazers. Pick up your copy today!
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