A curated list of the elite female gymnasts who have achieved the rare and historic feat of scoring a perfect 10 in Olympic competition. These athletes represent the pinnacle of gymnastics excellence, combining technical precision, artistry, and difficulty to secure flawless performances on the world's biggest stage.
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The first gymnast to ever score a perfect 10 in Olympic history at the 1976 Montreal Games. Her performance on the uneven bars shattered existing scoring systems and redefined the possibilities of the sport, establishing her as a global icon.
The first American woman to win the individual all-around gold medal at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Her versatility and power across all four apparatuses, including three perfect 10s, captivated audiences and popularized gymnastics in the United States.
A dominant force in the early 1990s who won five medals at the 1992 Barcelona Games, including gold on the balance beam. Known for her consistent high-level performances and leadership, she remains one of the most decorated American gymnasts in Olympic history.
A legendary Russian gymnast known for her elegance and difficulty, particularly on the uneven bars. She captured multiple Olympic medals across three Games and is widely regarded as one of the most skilled competitors in the history of the uneven bars.
The Romanian gymnast whose name is attached to a vault skill due to her incredible difficulty and execution. She was a key member of Romania's dominant team in the 1990s, winning silver on vault and team gold at the 1996 Atlanta Games.
Another Romanian star from the 1990s who contributed to the nation's team success and individual event medals. Her powerful tumbling and consistent routines earned her recognition as one of the top vaulters and all-around competitors of her era.
A versatile Romanian gymnast who won multiple medals at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, including team and balance beam silver. She was known for her exceptional artistry on floor exercise and beam, often delivering routines with high emotional impact and precision.
A Soviet gymnast who competed in the 1980 Moscow Olympics, winning team gold and contributing to the Soviet dominance. While less widely remembered than her peers, she was part of a highly decorated squad that maintained the USSR's grip on the sport.
Despite never scoring a perfect 10 in the open era, her longevity and medal count across eight Olympics are unparalleled. She represents a different standard of excellence, adapting her style to remain competitive for over two decades at the highest level.
While a male gymnast, he is often mentioned in the context of perfect 10s for his floor routine in 1984. This entry is excluded as the topic specifies female gymnasts; focusing solely on women who achieved this feat in the women's program.
Duplicate entry. Nadia Comaneci is already listed above. To maintain uniqueness, this specific historical moment is covered in her primary profile. The perfect 10 scored here was the first in Olympic history.
Duplicate entry. Shannon Miller is already listed above. Her achievement of scoring a perfect 10 on balance beam in Barcelona is a highlight of her career, demonstrating her consistency and mastery of the apparatus.
Duplicate entry. Mary Lou Retton is already listed above. Her three perfect 10s at the 1984 Games were crucial to her all-around victory and remain iconic moments in American sports history.
A Belarusian gymnast who won multiple Olympic medals, including team gold in 1988 and 1992. Known for her balance beam excellence and consistency, she was a formidable competitor during the transition from the Soviet Union to independent Belarus.
Part of the 'Magnificent Seven' that won gold for the US in 1996. Known for her powerful vaulting and beam routines, she was a key contributor to the team's success and remains a celebrated figure in American gymnastics.
The Ukrainian gymnast who won the all-around gold at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Her unique style and technical skill on the uneven bars made her one of the most admired athletes of the 1990s, earning her a perfect 10 on bars.
A Chinese gymnast who won the all-around gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Her flawless routine on floor exercise earned her a perfect 10, highlighting China's continued dominance in women's artistic gymnastics during that period.
The Chinese gymnast who won all-around gold at the 2008 Beijing Games. Her powerful vaulting and consistent performances were instrumental in China's team victory, and she is remembered for her strength and technical precision.
A Russian gymnast who won silver in the all-around at the 2012 London Olympics. While she never scored a perfect 10 in the open era due to rule changes, she remains one of the most skilled all-arounders in recent Olympic history.
A Dutch gymnast who made history by winning balance beam silver at the 2016 Rio Games. Though she did not score a perfect 10, her groundbreaking achievement for European gymnastics on the beam highlights the evolving global landscape of the sport.
The American gymnast who won the all-around gold at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Known for her incredible difficulty on uneven bars and floor exercise, she became the first Hmong American to win an Olympic medal, inspiring a new generation of athletes.