About
Olga Korbut is a retired Belarusian gymnast who competed for the Soviet Union during the 1970s. Known as the "Sparrow from Minsk," she captivated audiences with her innovative and daring routines. Korbut won four gold medals and two silver medals at the Summer Olympic Games in 1972 and 1976. She was the inaugural inductee to the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame in 1988, cementing her legacy as a gymnastics icon.
Career Timeline
Soviet National Team Debut
Selected for the Soviet national gymnastics team.
Munich Olympics Stardom
Won three gold medals and a silver medal at the Munich Olympics, revolutionizing gymnastics.
Montreal Olympics Success
Won another gold and silver medal at the Montreal Olympics.
Retirement from Gymnastics
Retired from competitive gymnastics, ending her Olympic career.
Move to the United States
Moved to the United States to pursue coaching opportunities.
Financial Hardship
Auctioned off Olympic medals due to financial difficulties.
Gymnastics Icon, Modest Life
Remains an iconic figure in gymnastics but lives a modest life.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026