Popa, Celestina (1970–)
Popa, Celestina (1970–)
Romanian gymnast. Name variations: Celestina Popa-Toma. Born July 12, 1970, in Ploiesti, Romania; m. Flaviu Toma (gymnastic coach).
Came in 1st all-around at Chunichi Cup (1985) and Catania Cup (1987); at World championships, won team all-around (1987); at Seoul Olympics, won a silver medal in team all-around (1988); her skill (the "Popa"), a full twisting straddle jump used in floor exercises, was named for her; retired with knee injury (1989); moved to Canada to coach.
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