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Olga Korbut - 1972 Munich Olympics - Gymnastics
Gymnastics - 1972 Munich Olympics - Womens Horse Vault
The USSRs Olga Korbut on the way to finishing fifth in the horse vault competition.
At the 1972 Games the 17 year-old Korbut won gold medals in the balance beam, floor exercises, and team event, and a silver in the uneven bars. Her open display of emotion and tears, after a disastrous uneven bars routine cost her a medal in the individual competition, captivated the Munich audience and endeared her to millions watching on television
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This print captures a defining moment in Olga Korbut's gymnastics career at the 1972 Munich Olympics. Despite finishing fifth in the horse vault competition, it was her remarkable performance throughout the Games that truly left an indelible mark on both spectators and television viewers worldwide. At just 17 years old, Korbut showcased her exceptional talent by clinching gold medals in the balance beam, floor exercises, and team event. However, it was her emotional display after a disappointing uneven bars routine that truly resonated with audiences. The tears streaming down her face as she realized she had missed out on an individual medal endeared her to millions. In this photograph captured by Colorsport / Stewart Fraser, we witness Korbut's determination and grace as she approaches the horse vault apparatus. Her focus is unwavering despite the disappointment of previous events. This image serves as a reminder of not only Korbut's incredible athletic ability but also her resilience in overcoming setbacks. Korbut's impact extended far beyond gymnastics; she became a symbol of perseverance and inspiration for generations to come. This print immortalizes one chapter of an extraordinary journey that solidified Olga Korbut as one of the most iconic figures in Olympic history.
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