| Theodora Pallidou | |
|---|---|
| Country represented |  Greece |
| Born | 14 September 1988 |
| Discipline | Rhythmic gymnastics |
| Level | Senior International Elite |
| Years on national team | 2003-2004 (?) |
Theodora Pallidou (born 14 September 1988) is a Greek individual rhythmic gymnast. She represents her nation at international competitions.
She participated at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens. [1] She also competed at world championships, including at the 2003 World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships. [2]
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