Maya Georgieva | |
Native Name: | Мая Георгиева |
Birth Date: | 10 October 1962 |
Birth Place: | Kyustendil, Bulgaria |
Discipline: | Rhythmic Gymnastics |
Level: | International Elite |
Natlteam: | 1977-1979 |
Headcoach: | Filka Radenkova |
Retired: | yes |
Show-Medals: | yes |
Maya Georgieva (born 10 October 1962) is a former Bulgarian rhythmic gymnast. She's a World and European medalist.
Georgieva was born in Kyustendil, where she began training at the local school of rhythmic gymnastics.[1]
In 1977 she won silver in the group competition at the World Championships. The following year she became the first European champion in groups.[2] And in 1979 she won group bronze at the World Championships.[3] [4]
For her achievements she was awarded the title of Honoured Master of Sports in Bulgaria.