Thank you for the history lesson on women's gymnastics. It is sadly true that for years these women have not received the accolades they deserve. The amazing level of athleticism involved in the sport astounds me! Way to go ladies!!!😁👍👍👍
Nadia Comenici better be in the list. She was a gigantic influence and changed gymnastics forever more than once. First women to score a perfect 10 as well
I was very impressed with the honesty obviously incorporated by this author. The sheer diversity of his choices and his reasoning were flawlessly explained. Thanks for your post
Elena Mukhina, in an interview long after her gymnastics career ending injury, said the moment she broke her neck she was scared but mostly relieved that she'd finally get to stop doing gymnastics. As a former competitive gymnast myself, I can understand that feeling. I loved gymnastics for years, but later I just wanted it to end but I wasn't allowed to quit. We must protect these girls and ensure they're being heard.
These are the reasons there are so strict rules on everything nowadays. Yes roll outs look hella cool but people died. No reason to kill yourself over a score.
You are ABSOLUTELY correct. Many former female gymnasts should come together now and tell their story that will support mental health. I believe Simone Biles might lead the way on that one -protect. Thank you. Thank you.
Nadia's abilities surpassed anything the world had seen before. Olga korbut changed the nature of the sport, from a dancing competition to one of pure ahtleticism. but Nadia perfected the change, and so far out-distanced her rivals, it was eye-popping.
Nadia and Olga definitely were the best. I agree with you 100%. They were amazing. Like you said: Nadia’s abilities surpassed anything the world had seen before.
@@nakitahope4566 lots of people know who Nadia is. If you're younger than 30 you probably have no clue because all you know is the crap they show on TV.
I’m happy to see that Dominique Dawes is mentioned in the greatness conversation. She didn’t get the recognition that she deserved but for me she was very memorable during her prime.
that's because she didn't go around with her lady lumps hanging out of her uniform. Dominique was indeed a great and integrated Olympic gymnastics her scores do not reflect her talent.. As a lifetime fan of gymnastics, I learned what it takes to elevate your scores.
Its not about being Black, or White or whatever colour, its about being the Best and Ms. Daws (as well as all the women on this list) most certainly qualify as such. Having watched the majority of the beautiful women over my life time, I whole heartedly agree with Mr. Swoope's list.
HOUSEHOLD NAMES HERE (Back then) .... A lot of 1970s old Schoolers will tell you that Nadia Comaneci and Olga Korbut were arguably the most popular amongst athletes in ANY sports profession during that time period because of ABCs Wide World of Sports. Everybody and their mother knew who these two women were when there were those who didn't even know who Terry Bradshaw was not to mention [the] "The agony of defeat" guy ! ...Back then, Wide World of Sports was the "Go-To" for sports coverage(s) on Saturday and Sunday afternoons and with hot dogs, Chips and beers, Really made for enjoyable times in front of the TV set in a more calmed time period...Yeah, We all miss it !
They are the names I grew up with.They were gymnastics in the 70s as well as two of the most popular athletes at the time.But Simone has raised the bar to almost unreachable heights.
Thank you for sharing this... As a trained gymnast... And witnessing - Nadia Comaneci as a little girl... She's always been my number one... ♥️ With that said... Simone - - - Is without a doubt the QUEEN of this Generation.
Most of those who post on here are too young to know or remember or to have seen all these gymnast, but the evolution of the sport has fascinated me from the 1960's until now and what these young women can do. One gymnast you forgot who could be top ten is Ludmilla Tourischeva 1968-1976 from the USSR. 3 Olympic Team Golds 68, 72, 76; Olympic All Around Gold; 7 World Championship golds; 5 World Cup Golds in 1975 sweeping every event; 8 European Championship Golds. Food for thought, she is easily a top ten or honorable mention! Great video and good remembrance of seeing every single one of them perform on TV. It was two Olympic Games that turned the US into a juggernaut, first was 1972 watching Kathy Rigby compete against Olga Korbut and Ludmillia Tourischeva and seeing how far the USSR was ahead of the rest of the world, and the second was 1976 when Nadia did her thing and getting perfect tens. From those two Olympics starting in 1984 the USA become a force as money was put into the sport and these incredible young women became what they are today. USA Gymnastics tried to ruin them, but their perseverance to tell the truth behind the scenes and let the world know not all was well will only make the sport better for future boys and girls, that is courage deserving a its own medal!!! The East Block Gymnast would be better remembered if they had been allowed to smile as well, they were told to be dour and not be American Like!
Thank you for mentioning the smiling part. That was something I always wondered, but wasn't sure about. That's so sad that they weren't allowed to smile, but I guess I can't expect everyone to be that way just because it's what "normal" to me in the US.
I miss the old school uneven bars. They're so far apart now it's like they're performing on 2 separate apparatuses. When they were closer they were one apparatus, both bars working together.
I’ve always loved gymnastics. I’ve watched it since I was a kid and when Nadia won the perfect 10’s at the Olympics I was glued to the television. We only had one tv and my dad had total control over it when he was home from work. Instead of flipping back to a ball game, he let me watch gymnastics. Nadia had such incredible grace and precision it was breathtaking to watch her. If you look at how she did everything you’ll notice she never even wobbles or misses her step. That’s pretty amazing. Anyway, I haven’t missed an Olympic gymnastics event since then. When I watched Simone Biles for the first time, I was blown away by her strength and explosive performances. She is like a combatant attacking and destroying those skills with inhuman ability. She’s mesmerizing to see perform. Nobody since Nadia ever excited me as much as Simone. I’ve loved seeing all the gymnasts you’ve put a spotlight on. They are all amazing athletes to say the least. Honestly I have no idea why anyone ever decided to start twirling on bars or flipping across the floor. If you think about it too much, the whole thing seems ridiculous and pointless. Why do it at all? I think it’s not only because seeing what human beings are capable of doing is inspirational but it brings people together. These sporting events all bring people together to celebrate our God given talents and abilities. Instead of fighting ugly wars and making other civilizations seem inferior to each other, in sports we can see that we are all equals and see our humanity in others. It’s important for world peace. Thank you for your very accurate list of gymnasts who excel at overcoming obstacles of all kinds. They bring out the best in us all. Your list is extremely accurate too. 😊
Bravo...You ABSOLUTELY did your homework !!! I remember falling in love and being mesmerized with the sport after seeing Olga Korbuts' performances those many years back.❤
I agree and think of what Elena may have accomplished if they had let her heal from her leg fracture, not forced her out of the cast, which she said at the time she could tell she wasn't ready. They( her coach and the government came and told her she was being selfish to want to heal) forced her to go on until she ended up back at the hospital to be recast and was then told she'd train in the cast. After she gained a little weight due to the injury she was training a grueling schedule on 300 calories a day. She continued to tell them she wasn't ready to be doing that move and that one day she'd end up dead or paralyzed. They told her she was lazy or just didn't want to perform. It was so sad, I think she was the equivalent of a slave, an athlete in the soviets union in those days.
FOR NADIA TO SAY THAT SIMONE IS THE G.O.A.T. IN MY OPINION IS PROBABLY THE HIGHEST HONOR SIMONE WILL EVER RECEIVE , GREAT LIST SWOOPE KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK !!!
Biggest lie Nadia ever told. She just did not like Olga Korbut 'cause she's Russian. Olga did a back flip off the high bar of the uneven parallel bars and caught the high bar again that they barred because it's too dangerous. Most creative moves of all. Even Cold War Americans loved her.
@@vernonfrance2974 I dont bekieve the Two Ladies Korbit and Comanechsp) evercompeted against each other. Both made their mark in Gymnastics the Olympics and in History.. Both share the Status of The Greatest as does Simone Byles.(sp) Founders all of The Baddd Girlz Club!!!🔥🔥🔥
@@ronross3410 If Elena Mukhina hadn't been paralyzed she would have had an amazing career. If only they had let her take the two years to heal from her leg fracture instead of forcing her out of her cast early and making her train on 300 calories a day while she was healing to loose a little weight from the injury. Most of all if they had listened to her when she complained she wasn't ready and didn't have the strength to do the Thomas salto, she wouldn't have been paralyzed. Some say she felt more freedom after her injury then before due to the grueling life she lived and the fact her country and coach wouldn't allow her to retire or heal from injuries they way she needed too.
@@mylesthomasandfriends838 No but I've been raised to pay attention to people around my child! I'm not making a joke out of the subject, I'm a firm believer in no prison for child predators!
There were tons of Romanian and Russian gymnasts who had many skills named after them and won World and Olympic titles and transformed the sport who I'd put on this list ahead of some others. Also where are Kim Zmeskal and Svetlana Boginskaya (the Godess of Gymnastics!)?
I hear you, they are also among the greats. However, I think Terry did a great job digging through and mentioning the ones that we tend to not hear anything about, ever!!
I always felt that Romanian and Russian gymnast are the greatest of all time. There is moves they did that aren't allowed in gymnastics today. They were the most daring and thrilling gymnast to watch. Thank God for the internet. To be able to rewatch their history is still so amazing.
American gymnasts are all overrated, Different materials, different rules, long ago the world championship was every 4 years, after 2000 every year, etc comparison is impossible
Great compilation of the best! Never thought in my lifetime I'd live to see someone beat Nadia. Congratulations to all of them. All you young ladies never give up on your dreams 💞
I'm a 52 yr old dude and I'm always amazed by these women and male gymnasts as well, of how they can contort their bodies with such flexibility. If I tried 1/4 of what they do you'd better have an ambulance on standby cause something would definitely pop or snap in my body.
Nadia will always be #1 in my book. Watching her score the world's first perfect 10 during the '76 Olympics is one of those moments I will never forget. The world hadn't recovered from that shock before she did it again... and again... and again for a total of 7 perfect 10's. Simone Biles may be the best gymnast in the world but she's never had a moment like that. I don't think anyone has.
Nadia had grace, but was weak, less athletic, and unoriginal. Just did a clean performance. Biles is on a whole different level. Grace is not even part of the equation anymore.
What a lovely tribute. Thank you for remembering the exquisite, but doomed Elena Mukhina. Mary Lou may not have won a lot of medals, but her legacy was that she jump started the gymnastics fever in the US, and a few Olympics later, they have pretty much dominated the sport. Shannon Phillips very much was inspired by Nadia Comaneci- you can tell in her elegant form, so reminiscent of the great Romanian. As for Simone….there’s not much more to say. Sure, it would have been great if she compete in all the events in 2021, but she ‘s not only talented and hardworking, she’s very, very smart. She knew she was having mental problems and sat out most of the events. She knew what was at stake and wisely took the appropriate measures. What a true champion. I hope her records last forever, but even If they don’t, we all know we have witnessed something special. Thanks for being a man who appreciates ladies’ gymnasts. I’d say you are a real gentleman. Subscribing!
Thank you for sharing this great video all the girls were great but no one beat Simone biles I love that girl she's amazing to watch and has a beautiful smile I feel sorry for her pain but God sees everything and Justice will be served by God only Simone biles thank you for all the smiles you put on so many people's faces you're incredible to watch and you have your own style God bless you good luck through your journey of life may God bless you ❤🤗🙏❤🤗🐶🐶🐶🐶😎 From Sunny FLORIDA 🏖🏖🏖🏖🏖🏖👍🏻
I like that Simone Biles is listed at number one, but my favorite gymnast of all time is Olga Korbut. Her Korbut Flip, which is banned is the greatest flip in gymnastic history.
She was is a graceful beauty. I really loved watching her. I was like waiting the entire time to hear her name. If it wasnt mentioned I would be very disappointed.
Good call, Terry. It isn't easy comparing Nadia to Simone because of the difference in time and generation. But in their respective times and era, I would give Nadia the top spot. Nadia had skills, creativity, and above all, elegance. While Simone had the skills and imagination, she had charm. Charm works on the national competitive level, not on international competitions. Simone is all technique. A spitfire with a pearly white smile on automatic. Suppose Simone had the grace of a ballerina plus her talents. She would be my number-one all-around gymnast.
If you listened to what this UA-camr stated, he looked at career achievements. Simone Biles deserved the No. 1 spot; although, Nadia Comaneci popularized the sport with her perfect 10s. At the end of the day, gymnastics is a sport and Simone has greater technical skill and is still artistic.
It's always been used as stereotype that black gymnast seemingly can't have the gracefulness or elegance of a ballerina. Always. Yet time and time again we have seen some the most amazing gymnastics come from girls of color. Obviously winning World championships and gold in the Olympics seems to demolish this stereotype of black gymnast. The last time I checked the Olympics and World gymnastics competition is "international". That arguement can be done and dusted. Buried beneath a thousand excuses to deny that black female gymnast can only win on technique and charm. If this is so the others need to take less ballet and work on those two attributes. That comment is so generic and expected. There's always that one. Get over it!
@@debrahudson6324 I was going to respond to Mr. Jones' asinine remarks, but you did so with such gracefulness and elegance, in addition to eloquence and intelligence, that I just wanted to congratulate you on educating the miseducated and ignorant! You Go, Girl!
@@UppityOne I agree however that Nadia had a grace and elegance to her routine you don't see with SImone, though I agree Simone is the greatest of all time. She will never match the grace and elegance that Nadia had. It would be interesting to see them together in the same decade, cause they were each great in their respective eras, but even Nadia says Simone is the greatest of all times.
Katelyn deserved more than just an honorable mention. She was amazing and has so much more potential to unlock. It’s so sad to see how people would body shame her to the point of leaving.
Well I think he was ranking them based off of their Olympic and world championship accomplishments and included top in the world, not just the US, so there were a lot to narrow down to just 10. Katelyn was absolutely amazing and her story is sad, but the happiness she had once she switched to college and had a genuine and caring couch she really showed her true love for the sport. You're right she had SO much potential, but I think she even showed that in college gymnastics, she just didn't stay elite to gain the Olympic and world medals that I think his list was shining light on.
Pound for pound in all sports, Men and Women gymnast are the strongest toughest people on earth bar no one. Throwing around your body weight and fighting "G" forces!!!!
Thank you as a man for supporting this amazing sport!!! So many people pass up gymnastics. I remember 1996 the magnificent 7 and it seems people are not as interested in sports or that all sports have become politically involved and sometimes I just want to watch sports
Absolutely amazing!! Females aren't ecouraged much in sports but exercise is important to us all for good health. Including dance and swimming etc. People need movement for their health their whole life. These activities make people more Confident. Self esteem is vital to phycological good health and therefore all over health .
Great vid knew Simone would be #1 but interesting to see the older great gymnasts you picked.. one reason I LOVED Dominique Dawes was that she would do forward and backward tumbling that were so awesome she had to eventually stop she said it exerted so much energy and you have never seen anyone else so it lol
My only complaint would be Dawes shud b a lil higher. I wish u would have showed her back to back tumble, which they are no longer allowed to do. But other than that it was awesome. Thank you
🤯 7:40 What? how?😐.... To be fair the thumbnail Did catch my attention, but if i'm being honest the Skill and Ability of these women is Absurdly Brilliant. There isn't stuff this creatively impressive in movies let alone other forms of entertainment. 😄👍
I saw Olga Korbut's Olympics performance. It was thrilling only to be followed by Nadia Comenici in the next. She couldn't be beat. Now its Simone Biles. It's hard to imagine anyone ever beating her-- ever!
Pound for pound Olga is probably the STRONGEST woman for her size. Her and Nadia were the 1st names I considered gymnastic superstars. Simone just took it to another level. Those are my top3
Awesome!! They all were and still are very special embedding their own unique talent in the world of gymnastics. Thank you for this clip.. ps. I joined your channel as well....
Update: Legendary gymnast Shannon Miller actually has 7 Olympic medals and 9 World Championship medals for a total of 16 medals, so she should be much higher on your list.
Yes and SImone Biles has now gotten 35 metals total, though it seems she's planning on another Olympics prior to hanging up her career, so that might mean several more world's too. The judges have not given her to point credits for her really difficult moves, which is really tragic.
Recall that Nadia Comanici invented the perfect 10 score. She was simply spectacular. Olga and she simply redefined gymnastics. Biles is good too, but Nadia was an innovator, and really uplifted the sport, lik Olha.
And of course there is asthetic aspect to gymnastic. Olga Kurbut and Nadia Camanici are well better. Don't tell me I'm a racist. If we talked about track and field sprint I would say that nobody is as beautiful as Black female athlets, Delilah Muhammad and Alyssa Felix. But gymnastic looks better with slim bodies.
Olga Korbut, I LOVE HER Ludmilla Tourischeva Nellie Kim As a youngster I had a favorite athlete in every area of sport. Here's my list * Track and Field Evelyn Ashford. (female Olympic track teams are always outstanding) Flo Joe * DIVING Jennifer Chandler * RACING Shirley Muldowney *Volleyball Flo Hyman * Swimming Enith Brigitha. Shirley Babashoff
Number 3 would be a toss up between Olga Korbet and the 9-times Russian gymnast who is 82 years old now!! I grew up on Olga Korbet. Then came Nadia. Simone Biles is smashing it now. We are witnessing history!!
@@chrisclermont456, unfortunately I wasn't able to witness Olga Korbet. I actually grew up watching and was thrilled in watching Nadia Comanche. As a grown woman, I and my grands saw Simone Biles and that is truly why my statement was as I typed. I do thank you for bringing Olga to mind for me, I will do more research to see her work and abilities.
The move that Korbut did and made famous - actually standing on and then doing the back flip off of the higher of the uneven bars - was invented by her and her coach. It was deemed too dangerous and was subsequently banned from Olympic competition. Her coach was a horror of a man and I will not go into how he treated her. That you chose Biles over Comaneci is debatable for one reason. Comaneci score seven perfect tens in Montreal in '76. Biles did not accomplish that.
@@rustytime I recently learned that the scoring system is different now. This shows my ignorance of the sport as a whole. What I do remember, however, is the sensation that Comaneci cause in Montreal in '76. And it was as much political as anything else. (Romania, despite being communist, was considered a rogue state by the Warsaw Pact. They even went as far as to disobey Moscow and not participate in the boycott of 1984. Also, women's gymnastics was a major project for their government. Comaneci was a product of that.) Honestly, know what I've recently learned, I couldn't venture to guess. Talking about Korbut and Comaneci was as much reminiscing as anything else. Simone Biles is absolutely brilliant. So, I really couldn't say.
@@arkady714 It's not really even a fair comparison. Time shows each are the best "of their era's". I remember all the politics now that you mentioned it but hadn't thought of that in such a long time but some trying times in those games.
Thank you for the history lesson on women's gymnastics. It is sadly true that for years these women have not received the accolades they deserve. The amazing level of athleticism involved in the sport astounds me! Way to go ladies!!!😁👍👍👍
Well said thanks for commenting Alta Mujer.
Go Biles
It is the most popular event in the Olympics, but beyond the olympics it is understated. Great video.
Sleepy you know you should add.
I Feel the same way as I was a Gymnist also for 10 years. These women Deserve to be Applauded for all they have done.
NADIA! A true gymnastics idol!
Nadia Comenici better be in the list. She was a gigantic influence and changed gymnastics forever more than once. First women to score a perfect 10 as well
Mad respect to them all.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
What a beautiful compilation. I agree with it all. Thank you.
Simone always brings a smile to my face. She never ceases to amaze me. Love her.❤
I was very impressed with the honesty obviously incorporated by this author. The sheer diversity of his choices and his reasoning were flawlessly explained. Thanks for your post
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Elena Mukhina, in an interview long after her gymnastics career ending injury, said the moment she broke her neck she was scared but mostly relieved that she'd finally get to stop doing gymnastics.
As a former competitive gymnast myself, I can understand that feeling. I loved gymnastics for years, but later I just wanted it to end but I wasn't allowed to quit. We must protect these girls and ensure they're being heard.
These are the reasons there are so strict rules on everything nowadays. Yes roll outs look hella cool but people died. No reason to kill yourself over a score.
You are ABSOLUTELY correct. Many former female gymnasts should come together now and tell their story that will support mental health. I believe Simone Biles might lead the way on that one -protect. Thank you. Thank you.
That's one of the saddest things I've ever heard 😢😢😢😢😢
@@hellybelle5 I know...it broke my heart. No one should be made to feel that way.
She landed on her chin in practice not competition.
Dominique Dawes was a power house never got all the credit she deserved.loved her.
You are so correct about Dominque D.
I ❤️ her soo much 🥰
I agree....she was definitely overlooked
I agree. She deserved so much.
Totally agree. She's always been my favourite
Nadia's abilities surpassed anything the world had seen before. Olga korbut changed the nature of the sport, from a dancing competition to one of pure ahtleticism. but Nadia perfected the change, and so far out-distanced her rivals, it was eye-popping.
But no one knows her and Simone is is known as the greatest of all times throughout the world
Nadia and Olga definitely were the best. I agree with you 100%. They were amazing. Like you said: Nadia’s abilities surpassed anything the world had seen before.
@@nakitahope4566 lots of people know who Nadia is. If you're younger than 30 you probably have no clue because all you know is the crap they show on TV.
Senseirat88 lol 😂
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Nadia knows who the best is. She said Simone is the best by far.
i like that you didnt just include recent Gymnasts but you gave the really old ones some shine and even ones that never made the Olympics
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100 % agree with your list well 90% I would switched around six and seven other than that great list.
I’m happy to see that Dominique Dawes is mentioned in the greatness conversation. She didn’t get the recognition that she deserved but for me she was very memorable during her prime.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
I agree, I am 53 watched her career in real time. Amazing young lady and talent.
Me to she was great also and nice woman…
that's because she didn't go around with her lady lumps hanging out of her uniform. Dominique was indeed a great and integrated Olympic gymnastics her scores do not reflect her talent.. As a lifetime fan of gymnastics, I learned what it takes to elevate your scores.
Me to ugh. They forget about my girl
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As an 80s baby, Dominque Dawes is my #1! I still follow her on social media.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
I agree with you, sad she's a swirler.
I am glad Dominique Daws made the list she was my favorite growing up at the time she was the only black on the American girls gymnastics team
Me too I met Dominique Dawes in 1996 for the Olympics Atlanta
I was shocked he didn't show her signature floor exercise pattern ☹
She is my favorite still Gabby Douglas and Simon Biles their cool but Awesome Dawson is a beast she is the best
Its not about being Black, or White or whatever colour, its about being the Best and Ms. Daws (as well as all the women on this list) most certainly qualify as such. Having watched the majority of the beautiful women over my life time, I whole heartedly agree with Mr. Swoope's list.
@@stillbill6408 If he felt that her being Black was important to him then who are YOU to say it doesn't Matter? The Nerve 😐
As an ex gymnast and coach for 30 years, this is the best compilation of the best gymnast ever! You hit the nail right on the head!
I agree! Nadia was forgotten i believed, it was wonderful to see the top 2, my favorites! Absolutely💫💫💫💫💫...awesome watching!
That thumbnail is breathtaking.
Right----literally! I almost choked on my oatmeal! And I'm a girl!
@@quietstorm8169 Lol
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Nadia and Simone? no argument from me!
HOUSEHOLD NAMES HERE (Back then) ....
A lot of 1970s old Schoolers will tell you that Nadia Comaneci and Olga Korbut were arguably the most popular amongst athletes in ANY sports profession during that time period because of ABCs Wide World of Sports. Everybody and their mother knew who these two women were when there were those who didn't even know who Terry Bradshaw was not to mention [the] "The agony of defeat" guy !
...Back then, Wide World of Sports was the "Go-To" for sports coverage(s) on Saturday and Sunday afternoons and with hot dogs, Chips and beers, Really made for enjoyable times in front of the TV set in a more calmed time period...Yeah, We all miss it !
Here, here!
They are the names I grew up with.They were gymnastics in the 70s as well as two of the most popular athletes at the time.But Simone has raised the bar to almost unreachable heights.
@@MegensBay Same👍
I will disagree about Terry Bradshaw. I'm from Pitt and live near Seattle. Alot of people know and love Terry
Yes! She was the one that blew our minds. 👍
I’m so glad you mention poor Elena. May she Rest in peace.
What a tragedy! I so would have loved to see what she would have done if not injured.
Thank you for sharing this... As a trained gymnast... And witnessing -
Nadia Comaneci as a little girl... She's always been my number one... ♥️
With that said...
Simone - - -
Is without a doubt the QUEEN of this Generation.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Most of those who post on here are too young to know or remember or to have seen all these gymnast, but the evolution of the sport has fascinated me from the 1960's until now and what these young women can do. One gymnast you forgot who could be top ten is Ludmilla Tourischeva 1968-1976 from the USSR. 3 Olympic Team Golds 68, 72, 76; Olympic All Around Gold; 7 World Championship golds; 5 World Cup Golds in 1975 sweeping every event; 8 European Championship Golds. Food for thought, she is easily a top ten or honorable mention! Great video and good remembrance of seeing every single one of them perform on TV. It was two Olympic Games that turned the US into a juggernaut, first was 1972 watching Kathy Rigby compete against Olga Korbut and Ludmillia Tourischeva and seeing how far the USSR was ahead of the rest of the world, and the second was 1976 when Nadia did her thing and getting perfect tens. From those two Olympics starting in 1984 the USA become a force as money was put into the sport and these incredible young women became what they are today. USA Gymnastics tried to ruin them, but their perseverance to tell the truth behind the scenes and let the world know not all was well will only make the sport better for future boys and girls, that is courage deserving a its own medal!!! The East Block Gymnast would be better remembered if they had been allowed to smile as well, they were told to be dour and not be American Like!
Great break down!! I was born in the 60’s and was inspired by Kathy Rigby initially.
Thank you for mentioning the smiling part. That was something I always wondered, but wasn't sure about. That's so sad that they weren't allowed to smile, but I guess I can't expect everyone to be that way just because it's what "normal" to me in the US.
Thank You, Olga got the fame but Ludmilla was winning more medals. My favorite of all time.
Russians just don't smile all the time, it is considered fake/dishonest. If a Russian smiles, it is because he/she is genuinely happy.
I miss the old school uneven bars. They're so far apart now it's like they're performing on 2 separate apparatuses. When they were closer they were one apparatus, both bars working together.
I’ve always loved gymnastics. I’ve watched it since I was a kid and when Nadia won the perfect 10’s at the Olympics I was glued to the television. We only had one tv and my dad had total control over it when he was home from work. Instead of flipping back to a ball game, he let me watch gymnastics. Nadia had such incredible grace and precision it was breathtaking to watch her. If you look at how she did everything you’ll notice she never even wobbles or misses her step. That’s pretty amazing. Anyway, I haven’t missed an Olympic gymnastics event since then. When I watched Simone Biles for the first time, I was blown away by her strength and explosive performances. She is like a combatant attacking and destroying those skills with inhuman ability. She’s mesmerizing to see perform. Nobody since Nadia ever excited me as much as Simone. I’ve loved seeing all the gymnasts you’ve put a spotlight on. They are all amazing athletes to say the least. Honestly I have no idea why anyone ever decided to start twirling on bars or flipping across the floor. If you think about it too much, the whole thing seems ridiculous and pointless. Why do it at all? I think it’s not only because seeing what human beings are capable of doing is inspirational but it brings people together. These sporting events all bring people together to celebrate our God given talents and abilities. Instead of fighting ugly wars and making other civilizations seem inferior to each other, in sports we can see that we are all equals and see our humanity in others. It’s important for world peace.
Thank you for your very accurate list of gymnasts who excel at overcoming obstacles of all kinds. They bring out the best in us all. Your list is extremely accurate too. 😊
Im glad you covered it in your video I am a true women's gymnastics fan myself
You left out Ludmilla Tourischeva, 9 Olympic medals and and 11 world medals
I agree ! She’s my absolute favourite gymnast of all time.
Any list that does not have Nadia at # 1, cannot be taken seriously.
These beautiful outfits my mom has been making for 40 years!
Bravo...You ABSOLUTELY did your homework !!!
I remember falling in love and being mesmerized with the sport after seeing Olga Korbuts' performances those many years back.❤
Amazing What they do
Oh, THANK YOU for mentioning Elena Mukhina.
You're so welcome!
I agree and think of what Elena may have accomplished if they had let her heal from her leg fracture, not forced her out of the cast, which she said at the time she could tell she wasn't ready. They( her coach and the government came and told her she was being selfish to want to heal) forced her to go on until she ended up back at the hospital to be recast and was then told she'd train in the cast. After she gained a little weight due to the injury she was training a grueling schedule on 300 calories a day. She continued to tell them she wasn't ready to be doing that move and that one day she'd end up dead or paralyzed. They told her she was lazy or just didn't want to perform. It was so sad, I think she was the equivalent of a slave, an athlete in the soviets union in those days.
FOR NADIA TO SAY THAT SIMONE IS THE G.O.A.T. IN MY OPINION IS PROBABLY THE HIGHEST HONOR SIMONE WILL EVER RECEIVE , GREAT LIST SWOOPE KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK !!!
Well said thanks for commenting.
Biggest lie Nadia ever told.
She just did not like Olga Korbut 'cause she's Russian.
Olga did a back flip off the high bar of the uneven parallel bars and caught the high bar again that they barred because it's too dangerous. Most creative moves of all. Even Cold War Americans loved her.
@@vernonfrance2974 I dont bekieve the Two Ladies Korbit and Comanechsp) evercompeted against each other. Both made their mark in Gymnastics the Olympics and in History.. Both share the Status of The Greatest as does Simone Byles.(sp) Founders all of The Baddd Girlz Club!!!🔥🔥🔥
@@vernonfrance2974 lol
Simone still better
@@ronross3410 If Elena Mukhina hadn't been paralyzed she would have had an amazing career. If only they had let her take the two years to heal from her leg fracture instead of forcing her out of her cast early and making her train on 300 calories a day while she was healing to loose a little weight from the injury. Most of all if they had listened to her when she complained she wasn't ready and didn't have the strength to do the Thomas salto, she wouldn't have been paralyzed. Some say she felt more freedom after her injury then before due to the grueling life she lived and the fact her country and coach wouldn't allow her to retire or heal from injuries they way she needed too.
Nadia was the first to score a perfect 10 & was the reason I started being a fan of the sport! She also had the most famous coach in the sport!
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Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
@@mylesthomasandfriends838 I swear you can't mention anything without a KAREN being alerted!🍼
@@garygraves2853 did you ever know any young girl female gymnasts personally?
@@mylesthomasandfriends838 No but I've been raised to pay attention to people around my child! I'm not making a joke out of the subject, I'm a firm believer in no prison for child predators!
I am so glad that things went very well for those ladies who made the top 10.
There were tons of Romanian and Russian gymnasts who had many skills named after them and won World and Olympic titles and transformed the sport who I'd put on this list ahead of some others. Also where are Kim Zmeskal and Svetlana Boginskaya (the Godess of Gymnastics!)?
Goddes? That is Simone biles
I hear you, they are also among the greats. However, I think Terry did a great job digging through and mentioning the ones that we tend to not hear anything about, ever!!
He said his list meaning his opinion
I always felt that Romanian and Russian gymnast are the greatest of all time. There is moves they did that aren't allowed in gymnastics today. They were the most daring and thrilling gymnast to watch. Thank God for the internet. To be able to rewatch their history is still so amazing.
American gymnasts are all overrated,
Different materials, different rules, long ago the world championship was every 4 years, after 2000 every year, etc comparison is impossible
All of these ladies are great. I loved watching Dominique Dawes in her day. That routine @7:40 was VERY unique.
Terry thank you for the compilations of the greatest in women gymnastics 🤸, you got it right.
You're very welcome thanks for commenting.
@@TerrySwoopeVideos have you ever heard of Diane Durham from Gary Indiana....look her up.
I love the poetry of gymnastics. Thank you for giving us this video.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Great compilation of the best! Never thought in my lifetime I'd live to see someone beat Nadia. Congratulations to all of them. All you young ladies never give up on your dreams 💞
Awesome video. So well put together. I liked the music, I found myself moving..lol
I'm a 52 yr old dude and I'm always amazed by these women and male gymnasts as well, of how they can contort their bodies with such flexibility. If I tried 1/4 of what they do you'd better have an ambulance on standby cause something would definitely pop or snap in my body.
Nadia will always be #1 in my book. Watching her score the world's first perfect 10 during the '76 Olympics is one of those moments I will never forget. The world hadn't recovered from that shock before she did it again... and again... and again for a total of 7 perfect 10's. Simone Biles may be the best gymnast in the world but she's never had a moment like that. I don't think anyone has.
Simone Biles is amazing and extremely strong but she lacks the grace of Nadia.
Nadia had grace, but was weak, less athletic, and unoriginal. Just did a clean performance. Biles is on a whole different level. Grace is not even part of the equation anymore.
@@kimberlysapp7862 it should be because Simone looks husky and that is not cute
@@meadc6754 All the modern gymnasts do. All of them look butch compared to the amazing eastern european girls. Not as fun to watch anymore.
@@missvida6251 yes I agree. I don't enjoy watching simone, she's a bit chunky or something lol
Keri Strug's vault on that bad ankle, Still gives me chills when she stuck it, won that gold we hadn't won in years.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
I think it thinking of kerri strug.
It was Keri Strung. Shannon Miller landed her vault and had no injury
@@cherrytraveller5915 thank you I'll change it.
1:22 that smile is pure humility, warmth, kindness, and love. It says how amazing human being she was. RIP Elena Mukhina (1960-2006).
I appreciated that information on women's gymnastics. Now that these doors have been opened young Black women will be unstoppable.
I agree with most but Svetlana Khorkina should of been in the top 5. She was just amazing to watch and it looked effortless and very elegant!
Yes! Where’s Khorkhina?! Three Olympics, 8 moves named after her, groundbreaking performances. She’s my all-time favorite.
She should have been top 5 at least
What a lovely tribute. Thank you for remembering the exquisite, but doomed Elena Mukhina. Mary Lou may not have won a lot of medals, but her legacy was that she jump started the gymnastics fever in the US, and a few Olympics later, they have pretty much dominated the sport. Shannon Phillips very much was inspired by Nadia Comaneci- you can tell in her elegant form, so reminiscent of the great Romanian. As for Simone….there’s not much more to say. Sure, it would have been great if she compete in all the events in 2021, but she ‘s not only talented and hardworking, she’s very, very smart. She knew she was having mental problems and sat out most of the events. She knew what was at stake and wisely took the appropriate measures. What a true champion. I hope her records last forever, but even If they don’t, we all know we have witnessed something special. Thanks for being a man who appreciates ladies’ gymnasts. I’d say you are a real gentleman. Subscribing!
Thank you for sharing this great video all the girls were great but no one beat Simone biles I love that girl she's amazing to watch and has a beautiful smile I feel sorry for her pain but God sees everything and Justice will be served by God only Simone biles thank you for all the smiles you put on so many people's faces you're incredible to watch and you have your own style God bless you good luck through your journey of life may God bless you ❤🤗🙏❤🤗🐶🐶🐶🐶😎 From Sunny FLORIDA 🏖🏖🏖🏖🏖🏖👍🏻
I like that Simone Biles is listed at number one, but my favorite gymnast of all time is Olga Korbut. Her Korbut Flip, which is banned is the greatest flip in gymnastic history.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
She was is a graceful beauty. I really loved watching her. I was like waiting the entire time to hear her name. If it wasnt mentioned I would be very disappointed.
She’s my favourite too, followed by Nadia and then Simone.
Good call, Terry. It isn't easy comparing Nadia to Simone because of the difference in time and generation. But in their respective times and era, I would give Nadia the top spot. Nadia had skills, creativity, and above all, elegance. While Simone had the skills and imagination, she had charm. Charm works on the national competitive level, not on international competitions. Simone is all technique. A spitfire with a pearly white smile on automatic. Suppose Simone had the grace of a ballerina plus her talents. She would be my number-one all-around gymnast.
If you listened to what this UA-camr stated, he looked at career achievements. Simone Biles deserved the No. 1 spot; although, Nadia Comaneci popularized the sport with her perfect 10s. At the end of the day, gymnastics is a sport and Simone has greater technical skill and is still artistic.
It's always been used as stereotype that black gymnast seemingly can't have the gracefulness or elegance of a ballerina. Always. Yet time and time again we have seen some the most amazing gymnastics come from girls of color. Obviously winning World championships and gold in the Olympics seems to demolish this stereotype of black gymnast. The last time I checked the Olympics and World gymnastics competition is "international". That arguement can be done and dusted. Buried beneath a thousand excuses to deny that black female gymnast can only win on technique and charm. If this is so the others need to take less ballet and work on those two attributes. That comment is so generic and expected. There's always that one. Get over it!
@@debrahudson6324 I was going to respond to Mr. Jones' asinine remarks, but you did so with such gracefulness and elegance, in addition to eloquence and intelligence, that I just wanted to congratulate you on educating the miseducated and ignorant! You Go, Girl!
@@debrahudson6324 you know there had to be one moron in the group
@@UppityOne I agree however that Nadia had a grace and elegance to her routine you don't see with SImone, though I agree Simone is the greatest of all time. She will never match the grace and elegance that Nadia had. It would be interesting to see them together in the same decade, cause they were each great in their respective eras, but even Nadia says Simone is the greatest of all times.
That was a GREAT video. I can remember watching many of those performances. This is spot on. I like how you considered more than just Olympic medals.
Glad you enjoyed it! thanks for commenting.
Anyone picks any gymnast other than Nadia as beimg the best ever, knows nothing about gymnastics
Katelyn deserved more than just an honorable mention. She was amazing and has so much more potential to unlock. It’s so sad to see how people would body shame her to the point of leaving.
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Well I think he was ranking them based off of their Olympic and world championship accomplishments and included top in the world, not just the US, so there were a lot to narrow down to just 10. Katelyn was absolutely amazing and her story is sad, but the happiness she had once she switched to college and had a genuine and caring couch she really showed her true love for the sport. You're right she had SO much potential, but I think she even showed that in college gymnastics, she just didn't stay elite to gain the Olympic and world medals that I think his list was shining light on.
At least she got honerable mention.. I feel you though
Gymnastics is extremely hard on the body! Anyone who reaches this level is simply performing non human feats.
Pound for pound in all sports, Men and Women gymnast are the strongest toughest people on earth bar no one. Throwing around your body weight and fighting "G" forces!!!!
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Olga was a BEAST
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Olga Korbut was showing out lol. She was amazing 👏
Yes indeed she did.. I had never seen anyone do a back flip on the uneven bars that was epic… 👏👏
Nadia should be at the top of everyone's list.
Great list. Love gymnastics. Like you said...what those women can do is amazing
I really liked this video you did. I am a big gymnastics fan. Great job 👏
Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Thank you as a man for supporting this amazing sport!!! So many people pass up gymnastics. I remember 1996 the magnificent 7 and it seems people are not as interested in sports or that all sports have become politically involved and sometimes I just want to watch sports
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Absolutely amazing!! Females aren't ecouraged much in sports but exercise is important to us all for good health. Including dance and swimming etc. People need movement for their health their whole life. These activities make people more
Confident. Self esteem is vital to phycological good health and therefore all over health .
Something about Svetlana Khorkina I admired. She was unusually tall, but so graceful and effortless.
I said the exact same thing!
Great vid knew Simone would be #1 but interesting to see the older great gymnasts you picked.. one reason I LOVED Dominique Dawes was that she would do forward and backward tumbling that were so awesome she had to eventually stop she said it exerted so much energy and you have never seen anyone else so it lol
Totally agree thanks for commenting.
Awesome dawsome.
Great job!
I agree with your selections, all amazingly talented women.
Absolutely! thanks for commenting Tonya.
Well put together list... thanks for sharing 😊
My only complaint would be Dawes shud b a lil higher. I wish u would have showed her back to back tumble, which they are no longer allowed to do. But other than that it was awesome. Thank you
Agreed. She's absolutely amazing
I use to love that
🤯 7:40
What? how?😐....
To be fair the thumbnail Did catch my attention, but if i'm being honest the Skill and Ability of these women is Absurdly Brilliant.
There isn't stuff this creatively impressive in movies let alone other forms of entertainment.
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Nadia Comaneci a ébloui le monde. Une météorite. La meilleure.
You did an amazing job! I love Simone Biles and I have been watching gymnastics since the 70s it is my most favorite sport!
Thank you so much! appreciate your feedback.
I loved number three!!
I feel like she should have been number one. Loved this!!!
Awesome! Just awesome. Thanks for sharing hidden talent and treasure. Recognition long over due. Great compilation. 👍
Your list gets a perfect score
I saw Olga Korbut's Olympics performance. It was thrilling only to be followed by Nadia Comenici in the next. She couldn't be beat. Now its Simone Biles. It's hard to imagine anyone ever beating her-- ever!
Pound for pound Olga is probably the STRONGEST woman for her size. Her and Nadia were the 1st names I considered gymnastic superstars. Simone just took it to another level. Those are my top3
体操競技はとても素晴らしいスポーツですね!
They're all amazing...
I'd give anything to have 1/8th. Of Simone's magic!
That's already too much to ask dear😂😂
Completely Agree. It looks to me like they are flying thru the air. They are All Amazing!!!! 😊💗💖
Thank you for the re cap, and the thumbnail. GodBless:)
what is with the thumbnail? sick.
Thanks Sir, for doing great research for this video, I learned a lot and was in tears at what happen to these previous women.
Glad you enjoyed it thanks for commenting.
Awesome Dawesome!!!!
Awesome!! They all were and still are very special embedding their own unique talent in the world of gymnastics. Thank you for this clip..
ps. I joined your channel as well....
Thanks for subbing and commenting I appreciate your feedback.
Simone has enough gold medals she deserves a crown 👑
Thank you for The Video Terry Soowpe That was a Wonderful video Simone biles She Is The Greatest gymnastic in The world
Glad you enjoyed it thanks for commenting.
So glad you added Vera in your list . I remember meeting her at Crystal Palace where we were training . Her autograph is still cherished .
You've done very great, important work here. 👏
Update: Legendary gymnast Shannon Miller actually has 7 Olympic medals and 9 World Championship medals for a total of 16 medals, so she should be much higher on your list.
Yes and SImone Biles has now gotten 35 metals total, though it seems she's planning on another Olympics prior to hanging up her career, so that might mean several more world's too. The judges have not given her to point credits for her really difficult moves, which is really tragic.
Great job representing these ladies.
Recall that Nadia Comanici invented the perfect 10 score. She was simply spectacular. Olga and she simply redefined gymnastics. Biles is good too, but Nadia was an innovator, and really uplifted the sport, lik Olha.
They stopped giving out perfect 10's after the 70's and Nadia said Biles is the greatest ever that's why she's number one.
And of course there is asthetic aspect to gymnastic. Olga Kurbut and Nadia Camanici are well better. Don't tell me I'm a racist. If we talked about track and field sprint I would say that nobody is as beautiful as Black female athlets, Delilah Muhammad and Alyssa Felix. But gymnastic looks better with slim bodies.
Biles is great. She should be getting scores of (10). also. Perfect gymnastic physique, and great attitude.
@@TerrySwoopeVideos zmeskal got a perfect 10 on FL exercise
Great video! Thank you.
You are welcome!
Olgas routine on the uneven bars....straight savage
Yeah but in 2009 or 1985 the flip was banned
Olga Korbut, I LOVE HER
Ludmilla Tourischeva
Nellie Kim
As a youngster I had a favorite athlete in every area of sport.
Here's my list
* Track and Field
Evelyn Ashford. (female Olympic track teams are always outstanding)
Flo Joe
* DIVING
Jennifer Chandler
* RACING
Shirley Muldowney
*Volleyball
Flo Hyman
* Swimming
Enith Brigitha.
Shirley Babashoff
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Were there a lot of pretty young girl gymnasts who knew so much about Babe pig in the city?
Agreed
My bro! Very well done!
Simone Biles also created a gymnastic original move that they named after her and no one has
duplicated this move yet. BHM
We are witnessing history!! Simone Biles is currently redefining the sport right in front of our eyes!!
She has four moves named after her lol. One on vault, one on beam, two on floor.
She has more than one "Biles" named after her.
You are so correct, Nadia and Simone are the greatest ever! 💯
Yes they are! thanks for commenting.
Number 3 would be a toss up between Olga Korbet and the 9-times Russian gymnast who is 82 years old now!! I grew up on Olga Korbet. Then came Nadia. Simone Biles is smashing it now. We are witnessing history!!
@@chrisclermont456, unfortunately I wasn't able to witness Olga Korbet. I actually grew up watching and was thrilled in watching Nadia Comanche. As a grown woman, I and my grands saw Simone Biles and that is truly why my statement was as I typed. I do thank you for bringing Olga to mind for me, I will do more research to see her work and abilities.
@@jsmotherearth7 It’s Nadia Comaneci
dont you just hate when girl on FRONT cover is not woman feature
Thumbnail brought me here. Kinda pervy tho big homie.
The move that Korbut did and made famous - actually standing on and then doing the back flip off of the higher of the uneven bars - was invented by her and her coach. It was deemed too dangerous and was subsequently banned from Olympic competition. Her coach was a horror of a man and I will not go into how he treated her. That you chose Biles over Comaneci is debatable for one reason. Comaneci score seven perfect tens in Montreal in '76. Biles did not accomplish that.
Biles did not compete in the 10 pt format.
If old 10 pt system was still in play, Biles would’ve absolutely surpassed 7 perfect 10’s…there’s certainly no question of that
So if they competed today, who do you think would win?
@@rustytime I recently learned that the scoring system is different now. This shows my ignorance of the sport as a whole. What I do remember, however, is the sensation that Comaneci cause in Montreal in '76. And it was as much political as anything else. (Romania, despite being communist, was considered a rogue state by the Warsaw Pact. They even went as far as to disobey Moscow and not participate in the boycott of 1984. Also, women's gymnastics was a major project for their government. Comaneci was a product of that.) Honestly, know what I've recently learned, I couldn't venture to guess. Talking about Korbut and Comaneci was as much reminiscing as anything else. Simone Biles is absolutely brilliant. So, I really couldn't say.
@@arkady714 It's not really even a fair comparison. Time shows each are the best "of their era's". I remember all the politics now that you mentioned it but hadn't thought of that in such a long time but some trying times in those games.
Very impressive gymnasts. I couldn't think of a better line up than you have chosen.