tumbling, tramp, diving, acrobatics, circus, cheer, dance, martial arts, X sports … and more
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The reigning Olympic champion will have a chance to defend, qualifying with a massive 15.500 score at the Doha World Cup.
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Arthur Zanetti was second, not qualifying.
Wow.
Watching U.S. Olympic trials MIGHT be more thrilling than the Olympics.
So many fantastic athletes.
And SO MANY SMILES. It fills me with hope that the culture of elite Gymnastics is improving.
Simone and any 3 of these competitors would likely win TEAM GOLD at Tokyo.
As predicted by most, it’s still looking like Simone, Suni and Jordan — with a 4th official team member who best complements the first three.
Simone Biles leads U.S. gymnastics trials with Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles in position to qualify
MyKayla was the biggest surprise for me. Her best AA competition ever. You know … the married, 24-year-old Floor / Vault specialist? 😇
On the other hand, USA already has Simone and Jade as likely Vault / Floor finalists. An argument to bring medal contenders on Bars and Beam instead.
They’ll win team easily regardless of who gets the 4th spot.
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In general, MAG MTC has been more lenient on layout positions than WAG.
I’m guessing Ray will have this skill named in the Code.
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One of the critical routines in the US Men’s Olympic team trials.
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The 2004 Olympic Floor champion will be doing Canadian TV commentary for Tokyo.
Nick Ruddock interviews Kyle on the Elite struggle, culture, coaching, purpose, finding balance and the importance of team
You can find Gymnastics Growth Show episode 53 on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Kyle’s new book — make it happen — is a good read in the lead-up to the Olympics.
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related – ‘It’s nothing short of a miracle’: How OU’s Gage Dyer took an unusual path to gymnastics stardom (Feb 2020)
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