As of my last update in October 2023, gymnastics records can vary widely based on the type of event (artistic, rhythmic, trampoline, etc.) and the specific categories involved (individual events, team events, etc.). Here are some notable records and achievements in gymnastics:
Artistic Gymnastics
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Most Olympic Gold Medals:
- Béla Károlyi's training: Gymnasts like Nadia Comăneci achieved remarkable success, but it's notable that the U.S. women's gymnastics team, particularly under the coaching of Károlyi, has produced many medalists.
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Nadia Comăneci: The Romanian gymnast scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic history during the 1976 Montreal Olympics.
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Simone Biles: She has achieved numerous world records, including:
- The most World Championship medals (25) and gold medals (19) as of 2021.
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Longest time between Olympic Gold Medals:
- Olga Korbut won Olympic gold in 1968 and then again in 1972, marking a remarkable career that influenced the sport.
Rhythmic Gymnastics
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Most Olympic Gold Medals:
- Irina Vila (Romania) and Anna Bessonova (Ukraine) have notable records in rhythmic gymnastics.
Trampoline Gymnastics
- Most World Championship Titles: The trampoline discipline has seen gymnasts like Dong Dong from China who has claimed multiple titles at World Championships.
Team Records
- The U.S. Women's Gymnastics Team has been dominant in recent years, particularly with their performance in the 2016 and 2020 Olympics, winning gold medals.
These records are subject to change as competitions continue and new athletes emerge. For the most accurate and updated records, consult official gymnastics governing body websites, such as the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), or the latest sports news updates.