Today, we update and revisit some of our favorite busted gymnastics myths—and bust some new myths as well

• Myths that sound too crazy to be true, naked gymnastics edition
• Dumb crap left over by haters about periods, height, and lines
• Who REALLY scored the first perfect 10?
• The myth of the "candle" mount and the "Liukin"
• Fighting for justice for Olga Mostepanova, Kerri Strug, Larissa Libby and more
• Who REALLY won the world all-around title in 2005?
• Is gymnastics a sport dominated by high schoolers?
• Was the Sydney vault REALLY set wrong?
• Was Olga Korbut REALLY the first to do the Korbut?
• Is Simone Biles the most decorated gymnast of all time?

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