Birthdate: October 17, 1921
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Yevpatoria
Died: July 7, 2001
Maria Gorokhovskaya was a groundbreaking Soviet gymnast who achieved remarkable success in her career. At the 1952 Summer Olympics, she made history by becoming the first woman to win seven medals at a single Olympics. Gorokhovskaya excelled in various gymnastics disciplines, earning gold in the all-around competition and playing a significant role in the success of the Soviet team. Following her retirement from competition, she pursued a successful career as a judge and lecturer in the gymnastics world before becoming a coach in Israel.
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