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American Idol alum Jaclyn Cole Miskanic, or Jax as she is popularly known, is no stranger to going viral. Her encounter with renowned actor Keanu Reeves left netizens in splits as she lamented that she “had KeaNo chill”. Now, she is making waves once again by teaming up with talented gymnast Jordan Chiles for a collaboration on Instagram.

In a recent Instagram reel uploaded by Jax, Jordan Chiles opens up about her personal journey to success. With Jax by her side, cheering her on, she captured the admiration of netizens who eagerly anticipate more collaborations from these two remarkable individuals.

Jordan Chiles’ Journey of Triumph in Gymnastics

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In the reel posted by Jax, playing to the tune of the singer’s own song ‘Cinderella Snapped’, she highlights the remarkable journey of Jordan Chiles. Jax reveals that Jordan had endured mental abuse from her previous gymnastics coach, an experience that undoubtedly took a toll on her confidence and determination. Additionally, the post mentions how a former Olympian doubted Jordan’s abilities and claimed she would never reach the podium.

 

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Despite these adversities, Jordan Chiles refused to give up on her dreams. In 2018, she found herself on the verge of quitting gymnastics altogether. However, she persevered and ultimately secured a spot on the US Women’s Olympic Gymnastics Team. At the Tokyo Olympics, Jordan’s hard work and resilience paid off, as she stepped into Simone Biles‘s shoes and won a silver medal for Team USA. Her accomplishments didn’t stop there, as she went on to become the first-ever women’s winter cup champion, further solidifying her status as an exceptional athlete.

In addition to her past successes, Jordan Chiles will continue to play a pivotal role for Team USA, having secured a spot in the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics. Jax concludes the video by giving a shoutout to all those who doubted Jordan along the way, emphasizing her determination and triumph over adversity. Continuing to reach new heights and fueled by an unyielding ambition, Chiles shows no signs of slowing down.

The Rising Star’s Ambitions in Gymnastics and Academics

Jordan Chiles has many ambitious future plans, both in gymnastics and in academics. She is currently a sophomore at UCLA, where she also competes for the Bruins gymnastics team. She has earned three perfect-10 scores and first-team All-Pac-12 honors on the uneven bars and floor exercise in her freshman year.

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Chiles plans to finish her schooling at UCLA after the 2024 Paris Olympics. She has already secured a spot for the US team at event, by winning a team gold medal at the 2022 World Championships in Liverpool, England.

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Chiles also won individual silver medals in vaulting and floor exercises at the same competition. The gymnast trains at the World Champions Center in Spring, Texas, with her elite coaches, Laurent Landi, and Cecile Canqueteau-Landi. She is also good friends with Simone Biles, her teammate, and mentor, whose participation in the 2024 Games is yet not confirmed.

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Undoubtedly, from Biles to Jax, the world will be cheering for Chiles as she sprints toward her goals, and leaves audiences in awe once again.

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