Escaping The Grip
In an attempt to promote her in the United States, the Gymnastics Federation launched the tour “Nadia 81” in 1981. It was spread over 11 cities and served as an opportunity to show off Nadia to her American fans. Moreover, it provided Bela a shot at safety. He chose to defect to the USA and Nadia felt yet another deep pang of abandonment.
Escaping The Grip
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