Elena Tomas

Elena Tomas (Russian: Елена Томас; born 11 January 1961 in Moscow) is a former individual rhythmic gymnast who competed for the Soviet Union. She is the 1979 World All-around silver medalist.

Elena Tomas
Country represented Soviet Union
Born (1961-01-11) January 11, 1961
Moscow
DisciplineRhythmic gymnastics
Medal record
Representing  Soviet Union
World Championships
Gold medal – first place1979 LondonRibbon
Silver medal – second place1979 LondonAll-around
Silver medal – second place1979 LondonRope
European Championships
Silver medal – second place1980 AmsterdamRope
USSR Cup
Gold medal – first place 1980 TbilisiClubs
Silver medal – second place 1980 TbilisiHoop
Silver medal – second place 1980 TbilisiRibbon
Silver medal – second place 1981 TallinnAll-around
Bronze medal – third place 1980 TbilisiAll-around
Bronze medal – third place 1980 TbilisiRope

Career

Tomas made her breakthrough amongst the many Soviet rhythmic gymnasts of her time in 1979 when she competed at the 1979 World Championships. She won silver in All-around, gold in Ribbon and another silver in Rope. She repeated her success in 1980 at the European Championships and Soviet Championships.

Tomas lives and coaches in Spain.


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