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#1: Paul Hamm, 2003 World All-Around Finals

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From Amy Van Deusen, About.com

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Paul Hamm

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At the 2003 World Championships, US gymnast Paul Hamm needed a perfect high bar routine to beat Chinese star Yang Wei in the all-around. Just two years before, Hamm had had a chance to make the all-around podium but fell twice on high bar, ruining all medal hopes.

This time, Hamm delivered –- performing five releases and nailing his double-twisting double layout dismount to seal the deal. He became the first American man to win a World all-around title.

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