| Naomi Ruiz Walker | |
|---|---|
| Country represented |  Spain |
| Born | January 31, 1992 |
| Discipline | Women's artistic gymnastics |
| Level | Senior International Elite (Spain national team) |
| Years on national team | 2007-2009 |
Naomi Ruiz Walker (born 31 January 1992) is a Spanish female artistic gymnast who represented her nation at international competitions. She participated at the 2007 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, and 2008 Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Final. [1]
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