Nadia Comăneci, the legend of world gymnastics, has relived emotional moments in an event dedicated to athletes, where she spoke openly about family, career and challenges she lives as a teenager’s mother, notes ProSport.
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Established for years in the United States with his husband, former American Gymnast Bart Conner, “The goddess from Montreal” He recently participated in the Workshop Athlete365 Career+, organized by the Romanian Olympic and Sports Committee (COSR), in partnership with counterparts from the Republic of Moldova. The event brought together former and current champions, but also young athletes at the beginning of the road, in an atmosphere loaded with inspiration and emotion.
Among the participants was Ana Maria Brânza, who described the moment of meeting Nadia Rita “Really magical.” Along with this, Mihai Covaliu, COSR president, and George Boroi, the Secretary General of the institution, handed the participation certificates – a symbolic gesture that sparked applause and tears of joy.
At the end of the event, Nadia Comăneci spoke about Ianis Hagi, making a sincere parallel with her son, Dylan Conner, 19 years old:
“Ianis Hagi is Ianis Hagi. He learned a lot from his father. I am glad he has this passion. I know how hard it is to be the child who made history, because my son also said to me:” You did history at 14, what do you want me to do? ” (laughs).said Nadia, according to ProSport.
Her words sparked smiles and applause, reminding everyone of modesty and naturalness that defines it. Although he lives across the ocean, Nadia Comăneci remains deeply related to Romania and the values of Romanian sport, being a constant source of inspiration for young performers.
In a previous interview, the former Olympic champion confessed that he lets his son follow his own dreams, without the pressure he bears.
“I let him choose the path he wants to go alone, without me or his father to influence him. It is important to always be there for him.”said Nadia.
Dylan Conner experienced more childhood sports – including gymnastics – but chose another road. Today, he studies in the US, has various passions and participates, as a hobby, in legends car competitions.
“The goddess from Montreal” He continues to inspire by the balance with which he combines sports excellence with family life – a lesson about modesty, dedication and the authentic force of a true champion.
