Renowned gymnastics coach Béla Karolyi, who shaped U.S. dominance but faced abuse allegations, died at 82.

Béla Karolyi, the influential gymnastics coach who helped turn the United States into a dominant force in the sport and trained Olympic gold medalists like Nadia Comaneci and Mary Lou Retton, has died at 82. His coaching methods were controversial, with accusations of pushing athletes too hard and fostering an environment that allowed abuse to occur. Despite these controversies, many of his most famous students remained loyal to him.

November 17, 2024
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