An advantage for younger gymnasts is that they are lighter and, often, more fearless when they perform difficult maneuvers, said Nellie Kim, a five-time Olympic gold medalist for the former Soviet Union who is now the president of the women’s technical committee for the Swiss-based International Gymnastics Federation.“It’s easier to do tricks,” Kim said. “And psychologically, I think they worry less.”
Just noticed that when the first Chinese gymnast came to the Vault, NBC's graphic with the "Hometown" and "Age" said, "Age: 15".We all know they're supposed to be 16..... interesting... Think it was just a "typo" by the folks at NBC????
I actually think they said that as long as the athlete is turning 16 in the Olympic year, it's okay....
Shit. You're right. Nuke'em anyway.