Who won the gold medal in gymnastics in 2008?
Who won the gold medal in gymnastics in 2008?
China
JapanUnited States
Gymnastics at the 2008 Summer Olympics/Medalists
How much did Nastia beat Shawn by?
Her elegance and grace proved a major factor as she recorded a score of 15.525. Now it was the World Champion in floor, Johnson’s turn. During her routine, teammate Liukin was pacing, but also clapping and cheering Johnson on. Johnson also performed a perfect routine, matching Liukin’s 15.525.
Why are there only 4 gymnasts going to Tokyo?
Why are there only four gymnasts on the Tokyo Olympics gymnastics teams. In 2015, the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) decided to have only four athletes per team instead of five for the Tokyo Olympics, the theory being that countries who had less depth among their gymnasts would have a better chance.
Who won gold Shawn Johnson or Nastia?
More Than 10 Years After the Olympics, Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson Are Friendship Goals. American gymnasts Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson won gold and silver in the all-around final at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, but don’t think for a second that the two are rivals.
Who is Nastia Liukin married to?
On June 1, 2015, Liukin was engaged to Matt Lombardi, an American former Boston College hockey player who played for 2 seasons in the ECHL.
Who will be on the 2021 Olympic gymnastics team?
July 23-Aug. 8, 2021
- SIMONE BILES. Spring, Texas. World Champions Centre.
- JORDAN CHILES. Vancouver, Wash. World Champions Centre.
- SUNI LEE. St. Paul, Minn. Midwest Gymnastics Center.
- GRACE MCCALLUM. Isanti, Minn. Twin City Twisters.
- JADE CAREY. (Individual) Phoenix, Ariz.
- MYKAYLA SKINNER. (Individual) Gilbert, Ariz.
Who is Nastia Liukin’s dad?
Valeri Liukin
Nastia Liukin/Fathers
Liukin was born on October 30, 1989, in Moscow, Russia SFSR, Soviet Union. She is the only child of two former Soviet champion gymnasts: 1988 Summer Olympics double-gold medalist Valeri Liukin and 1987 world clubs champion in rhythmic gymnastics Anna Kotchneva.
Who is Shaun Johnson married to?
Andrew Eastm. 2016
Shawn Johnson/Spouse
What nationality is Nastia Liukin?
American
Nastia Liukin/Nationality
Nastia Liukin, in full Anastasia Valeryevna Liukin, original name Anastasia Valeryevna Lyukina, (born October 30, 1989, Moscow, Russia, U.S.S.R.) , American gymnast who won five medals at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, more than any other gymnast at the Games.
