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- ↑ Kay, Linda (10 August 1987). "Soviet Keeps U.s. In Rhythm". Chicago Tribune. p. 8. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ↑ "VDOVETS, Irina". U.S. Gymnastics Hall of Fame. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
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