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Six-time Olympic medalist Suni Lee announced her return to competitive gymnastics, just two years before the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. After battling two rare kidney diseases, the 23-year-old athlete is ready to make her comeback.
After two devastating Olympic trial injuries derailed her dreams in 2021 and 2024, 21-year-old gymnast Skye Blakely is competing in all-around gymnastics again. She's setting her sights on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with a new mindset focused on joy over results.
When Nariman Kurbanov won Kazakhstan's first Olympic medal in artistic gymnastics, he celebrated with breaking moves that thrilled the crowd. The International Olympic Committee loved it so much they called him "a b-boy at heart."
Louisville will host the 2028 U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, where America's best gymnasts will compete for their chance to shine at the LA Games. The 15-day event is expected to bring over 200,000 visitors to Kentucky's largest city.
Olympic silver medalist Giorgia Villa announced her retirement from gymnastics after an emotional journey that saw her overcome a devastating injury to finally achieve her Olympic dream. The 23-year-old Italian helped her team make history at Paris 2024, nearly three years after missing Tokyo 2020.
Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles is coming back to train for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, aiming to become just the fourth American female gymnast to compete in three Olympic Games. The 25-year-old UCLA star announced her decision in a video narrated by NBA legend Michael Jordan, whose name she shares.
Dominique Dawes, member of the iconic 1996 "Magnificent Seven" Olympic team, just opened her eighth gymnastics academy in Alpharetta, bringing three decades of gold medal wisdom to metro Atlanta. This isn't just another gym—it's part of her mission to rebuild gymnastics from the ground up with kindness at its core.
Paris Olympics bronze medalist Fred Richard finally captured his first U.S. all-around gymnastics championship after three years of near misses. The 19-year-old's dominant performance in Phoenix puts him on track for the 2028 Olympics.
Two years after being the youngest Olympic team member in Paris, 18-year-old Hezly Rivera claimed her second consecutive U.S. gymnastics championship, proving she's the leader of America's next generation of elite gymnasts.
After a devastating shoulder injury forced her out of the Paris Olympics vault final, Korea's first female Olympic gymnastics medalist is making her comeback at the 2026 Asian Games. Yeo Seo-jeong won the national team selection and is aiming for gold after an eight-year absence from the competition.
Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East opens up about stage fright and doubt in a new documentary following three Special Olympics athletes preparing for the 2026 USA Games. The emotional film captures the moment she realized these gymnasts inspired her just as much as she inspired them.
Three-time Olympic medalist Jade Carey announced she's returning to elite gymnastics at 25, proving age is just a number in the sport. The hometown champion aims to compete at the U.S. Championships in Phoenix this August.
Olympic bronze medalist Frederick "Flips" Richard brought gymnastics to hundreds of young athletes in his hometown. The Boston native created the FrederickFlips Fair to inspire the next generation and expand access to the sport.
Filipino Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo just added another trophy to his collection, leading his French club team to victory at the national championship. The 24-year-old gymnast called it a "special win" as he continues to shine on the international stage.
Three-time Olympic medalist Jade Carey is making a comeback to elite gymnastics after finishing her college career. The 25-year-old's return could help Team USA bounce back from their worst World Championships showing in over two decades.
Two-time Olympic champion Jade Carey is making her comeback to elite gymnastics after nearly two years away from international competition. The 26-year-old floor exercise legend says she still has more to give.
Thirty years after winning Olympic gold, Dominique Dawes is transforming gymnastics culture through her academies. The first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic medal in gymnastics now champions health, joy, and inclusion over harsh competition.
Dominique Dawes, part of the legendary "Magnificent Seven" Olympic team, is bringing her youth gymnastics academy to Texas. The Jersey Village location opens May 30, with classes for kids as young as 18 months.
Thirty years after winning Olympic gold, Dominique Dawes is reshaping gymnastics culture through her academy network, prioritizing joy and mental health over punishing perfection. The first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic gymnastics medal now coaches with compassion, not fear.
Dominique Dawes, the first Black woman to win individual Olympic gold in gymnastics, is bringing her athlete-centered gym chain to Texas. Her Houston-area locations prioritize mental health alongside physical training, challenging the sport's traditional culture.
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