Getting over the shock of Béla’s death at only age-82, many are still wrestling with conflicting emotions about the legendary coach.
YES he inspired many around the world. YES he helped popularize the sport in the USA.
But many, many gymnasts were injured and psychologically damaged by the Károlyi system which I would call unscientific and unsafe.
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Béla Károlyi was never convicted of any crime. You might argue that he escaped justice many times.
GymCastic has always done a good job covering the controversies. Listen to this PODCAST episode if you want to know more:
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