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Legendary Gymnastics Coach Bela Karolyi Dies at 82, Leaves Complex Legacy

Bela Karolyi, the legendary gymnastics coach known for training Olympic champions like Nadia Comaneci and Kerri Strug, has died at 82. Karolyi, who defected from Romania to the U.S. in 1981, was celebrated for his coaching achievements but also faced criticism for his harsh training methods. His Texas training facility, the Karolyi Ranch, was implicated in the Larry Nassar sexual abuse scandal, though the Karolyis denied knowledge of the abuse. Despite controversies, Karolyi's impact on gymnastics remains significant.

via NPR|

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Legendary Gymnastics Coach Béla Károlyi Passes Away at 82

Bela Karolyi, a renowned gymnastics coach who, along with his wife Márta, transformed USA Gymnastics into a global powerhouse, has died at 82. The Karolyis, who defected from Romania in 1981, coached numerous Olympic champions, including Mary Lou Retton and Simone Biles. Their legacy is marred by the scandal involving former team doctor Larry Nassar, who was convicted of sexual abuse. Despite the controversy, many gymnasts remember Karolyi for his influence and encouragement in their careers.

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Legendary Gymnastics Coach Bela Karolyi Dies at 82, Leaving Complex Legacy

Bela Karolyi, renowned gymnastics coach who trained Olympic gold medalists like Nadia Comaneci and Mary Lou Retton, has died at 82. Known for his strict and sometimes controversial coaching methods, Karolyi and his wife, Martha, were influential figures in gymnastics, both in Romania and the U.S. Despite allegations of abusive training practices, many former gymnasts, including Dominique Moceanu, acknowledged his significant impact on their careers. The Karolyis were also linked to the Larry Nassar scandal, though they denied knowledge of his abuses.

via NBC Sports|

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Bela Karolyi, Influential and Controversial Gymnastics Coach, Dies at 82

Bela Karolyi, the influential yet controversial gymnastics coach who helped transform U.S. gymnastics into a global powerhouse, has died at 82. Known for coaching Olympic champions like Nadia Comaneci and Mary Lou Retton, Karolyi's methods were both celebrated and criticized. His legacy is marred by allegations of fostering a toxic environment that enabled abuse, notably during the Larry Nassar scandal. Despite the controversies, some of his athletes remained loyal, highlighting his complex impact on the sport.

via CBS News|

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Legendary Gymnastics Coach Bela Karolyi Passes Away at 82

Bela Karolyi, the influential yet controversial gymnastics coach who helped elevate the United States to international prominence, has died at 82. Known for training Olympic champions like Nadia Comaneci and Mary Lou Retton, Karolyi and his wife Martha were pivotal in shaping American gymnastics. Despite his success, Karolyi faced criticism for his coaching methods and was implicated in creating a culture that allowed abuse scandals, such as the Larry Nassar case, to occur. His legacy remains complex, with both staunch defenders and critics.

via ESPN|

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