Shawn Johnson gets gold. Calls it 'pretty'
Iowan Shawn Johnson has had her share of silvers, but eventually captured gold in the individual beam competition. (AP)
By Emily Ngo
For all those captivated by her all-American charm and impish smile (who me?), be frustrated no longer. A double double dismount and punch-front pike executed with athleticism earned her a 16.225 score and the elusive gold Tuesday in the individual beam competition. Her frival (friend/rival) Nastia Liukin captured the silver.
Hometown newspaper The Des Moines Register has a Web tribute with breakdowns of her routines.
And of her No. 1 title, 16-year-old Johnson on Tuesday told The Associated Press:
"It's crazy. ... I remember seeing Nastia have hers from the all-around and it is so pretty. Silver is really pretty, too. ... It's the best feeling ever."
More photos here.
