Three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas has withdrawn from the U.S. gymnastics championship. Douglas won’t compete in Fort Worth, Texas, this weekend, citing an ankle damage.
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Gabby Douglas Pulls Out Of U.S. Championships
Douglas’ unlucky damage ends her bid for the 2024 Paris Olympic group. Gabby returned to the competitors this spring after nearly an eight-year absence, hoping to make the U.S. group for this summer season’s Paris Games.
Despite the circumstances, the gymnast instructed ESPN that she is pleased with what she has achieved over her 18-month comeback.
“I love this sport and I love pushing my limits, I hope I can inspire both my peers and the next generation of gymnasts that age is just a number, and you can accomplish anything you work hard for,” Douglas instructed ESPN.
According to EPSN, Gabby is the primary Black gymnast to win the Olympic all-around title on the 2012 London Games and helped the U.S. earn back-to-back group golds in London and Rio in 2016.
Gabby formally introduced her comeback earlier this 12 months in February. She later returned to competitors in April on the American Classic in Katy, Texas, the place she certified for the U.S. championships.
Social Media Reacts To Gabby’s Injury
Following the announcement of Gabby’s withdrawal, the Roomies confirmed like to the Olympic champion in The Shade Room remark part. Several social media customers shared their disappointment concerning the information and despatched her properly needs on a speedy restoration.
Instagram person @thislittleliteofmine wrote, “I don’t really feel like she had sufficient assist from the athletes/her friends. They all suck as much as Simone and overlook that Gabby walked so Simone may run.
Instagram person @vibe.lino wrote, “Does that mean no Olympics for her?”
While Instagram person @_diorsax_ wrote, “I pray she gets better.”
Then Instagram person @aprnbeauty wrote, “Awwww man Gabby I know she wanted this badly! I was rooting for her! She was the best during her time your legacy can’t be erased young lady !!! Get well soon.”
Instagram person @moneyluvsme____ wrote, “She has nothing to prove!”
Instagram person @loulouceesay wrote, “This is sad, was hoping to see. her come back. Maybe next year.”
Instagram person @_tysunraveling wrote, “Praying for her healing, peace, and success!!”
Finally Instagram person @congoqueen08 wrote, “We are forever cheering you on.”
Gabby Looks Forward To The Future
The U.S. championships would have been Gabby’s closing likelihood to obtain an invite to the Olympic trials in Minneapolis in June. However, she plans to proceed coaching in preparation for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. She may also reunite along with her longtime consultant, Lowell Taub of Range Sports.
“I proved to myself and to the sport that my skills remain at an elite level. My plan is to continue to train for the L.A. 2028 Olympics. It would be such an honor to represent the U.S. at a home Olympics,” Gabby stated in a press release.
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