Bela Karolyi, coach who developed USA Gymnastics into world force, dies at 82

Bela Karolyi, a prominent gymnastics coach alongside wife Márta, has passed away at 82, confirmed by USA Gymnastics. The couple played a pivotal role in building USA Gymnastics into an international powerhouse, mentoring notable athletes such as Mary Lou Retton and Simone Biles. Their tenure was marred by the Larry Nassar scandal, leading to the closure of Karolyi Ranch and termination of their contract with USA Gymnastics.

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