Zhang Yufei (gymnast)

Zhang Yufei (born 1988 in Dalian, Liaoning) is a Chinese gymnast. She was known for performing at a high technical level, but was held back in her career by repeated injuries. She is one of only a handful of female gymnasts to attempt and successfully complete the 'Mo Salto'.[1]

Zhang Yufei
Country represented China
Born1988 (age 34–35)
Dalian, Liaoning, China
Eponymous skillsMo Salto (uneven bars)
Retired2006
Medal record
Pacific Rim Championships
Silver medal – second place2004 HonoluluUneven Bars
Silver medal – second place2004 HonoluluBalance Beam
East Asian Games
Gold medal – first place2005 MacauTeam
National Games
Gold medal – first place2005 NanjingTeam
Gold medal – first place2005 NanjingUneven Bars
Bronze medal – third place2005 NanjingBalance Beam

Life after gymnastics

Zhang Yufei moved to San Diego, CA, in August 2009. She worked as a gymnastics coach for North County Gymnastics and is now a coach with SD United Training Center, San Diego California.

References
  1. "Smooth Skills Episode 2". American Gymnast. Retrieved 2010-12-05.


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