Chuso is REALLY retiring

Never say never. But Oksana sounds definite in a new, long interview:

…  I guess an athlete just feels when the time they will not want to train and compete anymore comes. I felt that my concluding Olympics would be in Tokyo. I knew that after Tokyo, the moment when I wouldn’t want to come to the gym anymore would happen.

That’s exactly what happened. …

gymnovosti

Always interesting and entertaining, click through for the story of how Oksana met her husband. And how her Mom reacted.

Click PLAY or watch it on Instagram.

Yoder to Worlds 2021

His day 1 Pommels met the automatic selection criteria.

Click PLAY or watch it on Twitter.

https://twitter.com/intlgymnast/status/1438641607172100099

100 MOST INFLUENTIAL – Simone Biles

Click through to see the 2021 video and tribute from Serena Williams.

Though she just won the Olympics weeks ago, Suni made the list too. 🙂

Sam Oldham retired

The 2012 Olympic Bronze medalist — Sam Oldham — is now age-28.

He’s been a terrific representative of our sport. Speaking out about the importance of mental health for athletes.

Click PLAY or watch his final competition routine on YouTube.

FBI apologizes to gymnasts

If you are a lawyer trying to defend USAG and USOPC … your argument just got significantly weaker. It’s indefensible.

FBI Director Wray Apologizes for Botched Larry Nassar Probe After Horrific Testimony from US Gymnasts: It Was ‘Inexcusable’

MAG Code changes to 2022

Coach Shun Tomizawa reacts to proposed changes.

Routine composition on Floor will be MUCH more challenging. Also, no connection bonus for single saltos with twist.

Shun is very disappointed that straddle Planche on Rings will now be an A-part. What will young Juniors use for strength?

Finally. Maximum 2 Kovacs skills and 2 Tkachev skills on H Bar. Unless directly connected.

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

Thanks Vaughn.