Is Věra Čáslavská A-List?
No — Věra Čáslavská is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 1964
Tokyo Olympics Success
Lost A-list status in 1968
Dropped to B tier — Protests Soviet Invasion
Ranking Timeline
Tokyo Olympics Success
Wins three gold medals at the Tokyo Olympics, establishing herself as a top gymnast.
Mexico City Olympics Triumph
Wins four gold medals at the Mexico City Olympics, solidifying her status as a gymnastics legend.
Protests Soviet Invasion
Publicly opposes the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia, facing political repercussions.
Advisor to Václav Havel
Following the Velvet Revolution, she becomes an advisor to the Czech president.
Czech Olympic Committee President
Elected as president of the Czech Olympic Committee, continuing her involvement in sports administration.
Čáslavská's Death
Čáslavská passes away, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time and a symbol of resistance.
Gymnastics Icon Legacy
Čáslavská remains a celebrated figure in gymnastics, remembered for her athletic achievements and activism.
Last updated: February 21, 2026