Felix Dolci played it safe on day 1 of Canadian Nationals. He’ll consider adding difficulty heading into Paris.
He’s happy to have stayed on Pommels. Being consistent. And staying healthy.
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Canadian Men’s National – day 1
- Félix Dolci 84.516
- René Cournoyer 82.932
- William Emard 80.848
- Sam Zakutney 80.348
- Ioannis Chronopoulos 79.949
- Zach Clay 79.283
Of the specialists:
- Jayson Rampersad 3rd on Pommels 13.033
- Benjamin Astorga 3rd on Pommels 13.033
Full results.
We ASSuME that Félix, René, and William are locks for Paris.
Strategy will be to put together the MAXIMUM possible scoring team for Paris. Along with an alternate who could fill in on any apparatus.
Behind the Scenes: Ellie Black
Nick Ruddock has been consulting with Ellie’s club team in Halifax as well as with the National Team.
She’s one of the gymnasts in the world who coaches should study. Near the top of the game since 2016, coming up to her 4th Olympics. Ellie is age-28.
Super consistent under pressure in big meets.
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Simone’s 9th U.S. Championship
Congratulations.
Two day total – (day 2)
Simone Biles – 119.750 (59.300)
Skye Blakely – 113.850 (56.800)
Kayla DiCello – 110.800 (53.950)
Suni Lee – 110.650 (54.900)
Jordan Chiles – 110.400 (55.300)
There were quite a few falls on day 2.
The Olympic team will not be decided until trials.
Spencer’s LIVE blog.
Rhys vs the World
Two time defending World Champion, Rhys McClenaghan, is one of the favourites for Paris.
Lance Ringnald breaks down what makes Rhys so good — and compares with some of the rest of the best.
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Brody Malone – National Champion
The comeback is complete.
Just in time for the Paris Olympics.
Simone goes 60.450
All hail.
Eight gymnasts above 55 on day 1 of U.S. Championships.
- Simone Biles 60.450
- Skye Blakely 57.050
- Kayla DiCello 56.850
- Suni Lee 55.750
- Leanne Wong 55.550
- Hezly Rivera 55.300
- Jordan Chiles 55.100
- Jade Carey 55.050
DEPTH
Shi and Gabby Douglas both withdrew due to minor injury. Trinity Thomas and Kaliya Lincoln left after falls in competition.
Her incredible Vault is looking easier and easier.
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Brody Malone – H Bar
One of the best sets in the world. No question.
Look out PARIS.
Lynnzee Brown (HAI) & Lais Najjar (SYR) to Paris Olympics
Manila Esposito goes 57.100
VT: 13.950
UB: 14.400
BB: 14.550
FX: 14.200
The reigning European champion is a contender for an Olympic AA medal, without question.
Winning the competition, she led her team — CIVITAVECCHIA — to a win over Brixia Brescia which had won the previous 10 years.
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