Dominance and Desperation

Bella and Marta Coroli, renowned coaches in women's gymnastics, rose to fame with their incredible success, leading the Romanian national team to victory in the 1976 Olympics. Nadia Comaneci, their star gymnast, became a global sensation, and the Coroli's methods revolutionized the sport. However, behind the scenes, the athletes endured a brutal regime of deprivation, abuse, and constant surveillance. The Corolis' coaching style was relentless, pushing the gymnasts to their limits and beyond. The Romanian government celebrated their success, granting them privileges and favors. But as the pressure and scrutiny mounted, the Corolis grew desperate, eventually defecting to the United States in 1981, leaving their families behind and sparking a major controversy in the gymnastics world.