And, in nineteen seventy two Olympic Games I wasn't really going to be a star, and overnight I became a star.

This is probably why, my life is easier, and my family is very happy, because we never lie each other. This is probably all people supposed to feel each other, so be always in all of the world they'll be peace.

Don't be afraid if things seem difficult in the beginning. That's only the initial impression. The important thing is not to retreat; you have to master yourself.

This ability to conquer oneself is no doubt the most precious of all things sports bestows.

If there has not been such a thing as gymnastics, I would have had to invent it because I feel at one with the sport.

And, in nineteen seventy two Olympic Games I wasn't really going to be a star, and overnight I became a star.

Because up to sixteen years old you feel gymnastics more. You can show your emotion, grace, like woman gymnastics, not kid's gymnastics. I feel I have good shape, and I can do it elements everything, but, it's not competition for me.