Russian super star Svetlana Khorkina is branching out into
an academic career, reports Russian news agency Ria Novosti.
Khorkina, who turned 23 on January 19, has been awarded
the title of "candidate of science" for her dissertation
in pedagogics by the Moscow Institute of Physical Culture.
Yet another honour for the gymnast who was recently voted
European Athlete of the Year 2001!
Speaking on a local TV station in her hometown of Belgorod,
Khorkina said she still finds show business an attractive
option for a future career when she quits gymnastics. However,
she wants to keep her options open. Since winning three
gold medals at the 2001 Worlds, Khorkina has been seen in
exhibitions only. She is expected to be in Patras to defend
her European.
