My gut reaction — as a former cranky old judge — to Ray Zapata celebrating after hitting Floor and qualifying for the Final was … too much for the Olympics.
I would prefer gymnasts do that after stepping down from the podium.
He had saluted the judges. No deduction.
Many disagreed. Many want to see more honest emotion from gymnasts at the end of their routine, even if still on the podium.
Here’s the argument for letting athletes show their emotions.
Gymnastics Coaching.com 