It wasn’t too long ago that Skye Blakely, the young gymnastics sensation, had her Olympic dreams put on hold after a heartbreaking injury during her floor exercise at the Olympic trials. Attempting a powerful tumbling pass, the double layout, Blakely landed awkwardly, causing an Achilles injury that stopped her from performing on the Paris Olympic mat. “This is not the way I saw my Olympic trials going or how my season ends,” said Blakely. The moment was intense as she fell to the ground in visible pain, and the medical staff hurried to her side.

But then, just days ago, Skye Blakely, ever determined, hinted at an inspiring comeback, her Achilles on the mend and eyeing another year and season of gymnastics. And from the looks of her latest updates, the 19-year-old gymnast is steadily making her way back, as Blakely recently shared a clip on Instagram of her perfectly timed swings on the uneven bars, showcasing a fluid routine that had fans buzzing. With the caption, “4 months post Achilles repair,” she offered a peek into her fierce recovery journey. Just like her earlier glimpses, she has dropped yet another hint that her return may be closer than we think!

On November 12, Skye Blakely gave her Instagram followers a thrilling sneak peek straight from the University of Florida’s gym, sharing a snippet of her experimenting with a fresh twist for her uneven bars routine on her Instagram stories. In the story, she hinted at a “new skill?” while alongside Florida Gators’ Associate Head Gymnastics Coach, Owen Field, who helped her complete the move and Blakely even tagged him in the story, “@coachowenfield.” 

Back in 2021, Skye Blakely made her commitment to the University of Florida, where she joined her sister and current Gator gymnast, Sloane Blakely. Then, in 2022, Skye made it official, signing her National Letter of Intent with the Florida Gators. Her plan? To defer her enrollment until after her shot at the 2024 Olympic Games, letting her dreams take center stage before diving into college life as a Gator. But clearly the Olympics didn’t go as planned.

But these latest updates are more than just a sneak peek for Skye Blakely and her fans, as it’s a turning point for an athlete who’s been battling for her place on the world stage. For years, she’s been chasing the dream of making her mark in major international meets, but her journey’s been anything but easy. Back in the 2021 Olympic trials, Blakely, just 16 at the time, had her eyes set on Tokyo.

But on day one, Skye Blakely’s dreams took a fall—literally—as she slipped during her one-touch warm-up. After months of painstaking recovery and countless hours in the gym, she found herself out of trials once more, despite the blood, sweat, and tears she’d poured into every routine. Now, at 19, Blakely’s back with a fresh spark, looking to reclaim her groove and show everyone what she’s made of. But Skye Blakely wasn’t the only gymnast sidelined by injury during the Olympic trials.

On the first day of the U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, Kayla DiCello also faced a crushing setback. Just as she was diving into her opening routine, aiming to establish her rhythm, fate threw a curveball. Kayla launched into her vault, hoping to secure her place, but a missed rotation mid-air and a hard landing turned the moment upside down, cutting her Olympic journey short. Now, with both gymnasts gearing up for a spirited comeback, they’ve added a playful spark to their return, recently teaming up for a fun challenge together!

Gymnastics stars united for a challenge

Just a few weeks back, Skye Blakely wowed the internet with a fresh challenge that had fans buzzing. After a tough setback at the Olympic trials, the gymnastics star didn’t let the injury slow her down. Instead, she flipped the script by taking on an impressive challenge on her Instagram alongside fellow gymnast Kyla DiCello. The challenge? Answering 10 questions while executing flawless handstands on the bars.

The duo’s playful banter during the challenge was full of personality. As they swung through their routines, Blakely smoothly held her handstand while DiCello tossed out fun questions about everything from favorite foods to vacation spots. “Food- Chicken and waffles, color- blue, vacation spot- Turks and Caicos, and drink- lemonade,” Blakely shared, effortlessly balancing and answering with ease.

The post, titled “Challenges with Skye and Kayla pt 1 🤞🏽,” showcased their lighthearted spirits and strong friendship. It’s clear that despite the tough recovery road ahead, these gymnasts aren’t just sitting around. They’re making the most of their time, staying connected, and sharing their journey with fans.