Gabby Douglas Attempts Olympic Comeback 12 Years After All-Around Gold
Simone Biles Wins Core Hydration Classic in Olympic Preparations
Douglas Withdraws from Competition
Olympic champion Gabby Douglas has withdrawn from her attempt to make a comeback to competitive gymnastics, 12 years after winning the all-around gold medal at the 2012 London Games. Douglas, who was aiming for her third Olympic appearance, withdrew from the American Classic competition, citing physical setbacks.
Meanwhile, fellow Olympic champion Simone Biles has kicked off her preparations for the 2024 Paris Olympics with a victory at the Core Hydration Classic. Biles' win marks an encouraging start to her Olympic campaign.
Douglas' Olympic comeback plans had generated excitement among gymnastics fans, but her recent withdrawal indicates that she may not be ready to return to competitive gymnastics at the highest level. Douglas has not competed since 2016, and her last significant competition was the 2015 World Championships, where she won a bronze medal on the balance beam.
Despite her withdrawal from the American Classic, Douglas has not ruled out a possible return to competition in the future. The 26-year-old gymnast remains a popular figure in the sport and has expressed her desire to inspire future generations of gymnasts.
The Olympic gymnastics landscape has changed significantly since Douglas' last appearance, with Biles emerging as the dominant force in the sport. Biles' victory at the Core Hydration Classic is a testament to her continued excellence and makes her a strong contender for gold in Paris.
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