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First American Male Gymnast To Win Olympic Gold

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by adoo, Jun 7, 2020.

  1. adoo

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    Kurt Thomas was also the creator of
    • the Thomas Flair, a pommel horse move, [​IMG]and
    • the Thomas salto, his signature skill on floor exercise

    he passed away at age 64; RIP
     
  2. Xerobull

    Xerobull You son of a b!tch! I'm in!

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    That stuff is all well and good, but it can't touch the Triple Lindy.

     
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    Wow. I remember him from when I was a kid and the 1980 Olympics boycott. His gymnastics school isn't too far from me. I hadn't heard he had a stroke in May. So damn young for someone who spent most of his life in ridiculous shape.
     

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