Russian gymnast Alina Kabaeva (photo)

Alina Kabayeva is one of the most famous and titled athletes in Russia. She repeatedly became the world, European and Russian champion, and in 2004 at the Olympic games in Athens, the gymnast won a gold medal.

After completing her sports career, Alina became a Deputy of the state Duma of the Russian Federation.

The girl’s sporting fate was determined by her parents, who were also athletes.