Most influential gymnasts in the history of artistic gymnastics

Nadia Comăneci is included for her groundbreaking achievement as the first gymnast to score a perfect 10.0 at the Olympic Games. Her flawless routines and multiple perfect scores at the 1976 Montreal Olympics revolutionized the sport and captivated a global audience.

Larisa Latynina is included for her unparalleled Olympic medal count, holding the record for most Olympic medals by any athlete for 48 years. Her dominance across three Olympic Games established a benchmark for excellence in women's artistic gymnastics.

Simone Biles is included as the most decorated American gymnast and widely considered the greatest of all time. She has revolutionized the sport with her innovative and daring routines, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in gymnastics.

Olga Korbut is included for her captivating performances at the 1972 Munich Olympics, which introduced a new era of acrobatics and artistry to women's gymnastics. Her 'Korbut Flip' became an iconic skill, inspiring a shift towards younger, more dynamic gymnasts.

Vitaly Scherbo is included for his unprecedented dominance at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, where he won an astonishing six gold medals. His versatility and remarkable medal haul set a new benchmark for male gymnasts.

Kōhei Uchimura is included for his unparalleled dominance as the 'King Kohei' of gymnastics, winning six consecutive World all-around titles and two Olympic all-around golds. He is widely regarded as the greatest all-around gymnast of all time.

Sawao Kato is included as an icon of Japan's golden era in gymnastics, with 12 Olympic medals, including 8 gold. His consecutive Olympic All-Around triumphs solidified his legacy as one of the sport's most illustrious figures.

Nikolai Andrianov is included for his remarkable 15 Olympic medals, including seven gold, making him one of the most decorated male gymnasts. He was instrumental in re-establishing Soviet Gymnastics as the gold standard in the 1970s.

Alexander Dityatin is included for his unique achievement of winning a medal in every event at a single Olympic Games, earning eight medals in Moscow 1980. He was also the first male gymnast to achieve a perfect 10 in Olympic competition.

Svetlana Khorkina is included for her groundbreaking approach to gymnastics, breaking stereotypes about the ideal gymnast's physique. Her success, particularly on uneven bars, demonstrated that unique body types could excel through tailored elements and innovative routines.

Mary Lou Retton is included for her historic achievement as the first American woman to win an Olympic all-around gold medal. Her victory at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics sparked a gymnastics revolution in the USA, inspiring a new generation of athletes.

Shannon Miller is included as one of the most decorated U.S. gymnasts, a key member of the 'Magnificent Seven' team that secured the first Olympic gold for the U.S. women's team. Her consistent excellence and role model status influenced a generation.

Gabby Douglas is included for her historic achievement as the first African-American gymnast to win the Olympic all-around gold medal. Her groundbreaking success at the London 2012 Olympics broke significant barriers and inspired women of color in the sport.

Věra Čáslavská is included for her unparalleled dominance in the 1960s, achieving the extraordinary feat of winning all five European, World, and Olympic all-around titles. Her consistent excellence across major competitions solidified her legacy.