Last night in the battle for the gold medal in women's gymnastics all-around, America's newest sweetheart Nastia Liukin reigned supreme. For some reason, My friends and I have become enthralled with the American gymnasts (perhaps because they're talented and beautiful?). Nastia in particular has been one of our favorites.
Not knowing very much about gymnastics, I can honestly say that her style and grace is very evident, particularly on the uneven bars and the beam (not unlike the above photo). As Flight of The Conchords might say she's the definition of a "leggy blond". Born from an Olympic champion Father in the heart of cold war Russia, Nastia was raised in Plano, Texas and has come full circle to represent America so well at these Olympic games in Beijing. Let us not forget about good friend and silver medalist in the all-around, adorable fellow American Shawn Johnson, but last night the glory belonged to Nastia. Congratuataions to both of them, and GO AMERICA!
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I have to agree with Justin on this one. The last time I remember being this enthralled by gymnastics during the olympics was in 1996 when Keri Strug helped the US win gold on one foot. I'm very proud that the American women were able to redeem themselves from the disappointing finish in the team competition, albeit the Chinese cheated. Honestly, do any of those Chinese gymnasts look 16? 10? Didn't think so.
Props to the men's gymnasts as well for doing the unthinkable by earning a bronze medal.
Lastly, even though he's a wolverine I must say it has been exciting watching Phelps' strive for eight golds. More on that later...
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