Svetlana Boginskaya
Gymnast
Svetlana Leonidovna Boginskaya (born February 9, 1973 in Minsk) is a Soviet/Belarusian gymnast. She was called the "Belarusian Swan" and the "Goddess of Gymnastics" due to her height, balletic grace, and long lines. She is especially renowned for the drama and artistry she displayed on floor exercise. Boginskaya competed in three Olympic Games representing three different teams—the Soviet Union in 1988, the Commonwealth of Independent States Unified Team in 1992, and Belarus in 1996. Boginskaya is a three-time Olympic Champion, winning gold medals in Vault in 1988, and Team golds in 1988 and 1992.
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