Larisa Latynina, who suffered a microstroke, said she feels great
Nine-time Olympic champion in gymnastics Larisa Latynina gave her first comment after suffering a stroke. Her words are quoted by RIA Novosti.
88-year-old Latynina said she feels great. It is noted that she is still in the hospital under the supervision of doctors.
On January 12, the head coach of the Russian national gymnastics team, Valentina Rodionenko, announced that Latynina had suffered a heart attack. Olga Korkich, director of the Larisa Latynina Olympic Reserve School for Artistic Gymnastics, did not confirm this information, saying that the champion had a microstroke and her condition was stable.
Latynina is the most titled gymnast in the history of the Olympic Games, as well as the leader in the number of victories at the Olympic Games among domestic athletes. She won 18 medals, 9 of which were gold.
Source: Lenta
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