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Legendary Gymnastics Coach Bela Karolyi Passes at 82 Amid Legacy and Controversy
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- Coach Bela Karolyi dies at 82, known for shaping gymnastics champions.
- Karolyi trained legends Nadia Comaneci and Mary Lou Retton to Olympic glory.
- His coaching helped the U.S. become a gymnastics powerhouse.
- Karolyi's training methods sparked both admiration and controversy.
- He defected from Romania to the U.S. in 1981 seeking better opportunities.
- Karolyi faced backlash in the Larry Nassar abuse scandal.
- USA Gymnastics was criticized for its connection to the Karolyis post-scandal.