Dave Oldham

1/ This is a summary of my take on the controversy surrounding Olympic boxing. If any facts are wrong, please help me correct them. Sorry for the long thread.

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The "Dead Loop" of Olga Korbut, also known as the Korbut Flip, was a daring gymnastics move performed by the Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut at the 1972 Munich Olympics. This maneuver involved Korbut standing on the high bar, performing a backflip, and then regrasping the bar. It was a display of incredible skill and athleticism, showcasing Korbut's prowess as a gymnast. However, the Dead Loop was banned shortly after the 1972 Olympics due to its high level of danger. The move required precise timing and execution, and a slight miscalculation could result in severe injury or even death. The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) decided to ban the Dead Loop to prioritize the safety of gymnasts. Despite its ban, the Dead Loop remains a significant moment in Olympic history and is remembered for Olga Korbut's exceptional performance.