Two Winners
After completing yet another mesmerizing gymnastic performance, it was time to get her prize. For this competition, both a male and female gymnast would receive a silver cup – one each. Neither of the athletes knew each-other at this point, but they would get to know each-other a whole lot better.
Only A Kiss
Cameras flashed and the crowd cheered as the 18 year-old American athlete, Bart Conner stood next to 14 year-old Nadia Comăneci. A journalist boldly called out the pair, “Kiss for the cameras, please!” Bart didn’t think twice – he leaned over and planted a soft peck on the young lady’s cheek. The picture would become an image that made America fall in love with Nadia Comăneci.