The highly celebratory event in the world of gymnastics just made its comeback; running its first day of the course on the evening of the 30th. The Rotation 1 of Subdivision 3, was an especially gripping watch for the fans of Team USA. Performing at the qualifier round on day 1, the athletes knew not to miss a step. Getting on the floor to grab what they came for, the cordial outperformance between university teammates, Asher Hong and Khoi Young captured the eyes of the audience.

Gymnasts from 24 different countries rushed down to Antwerp, Belgium for a fierce showdown in the hopes of securing their ultimate goal. And, the kick-off by the Men’s gymnastics subdivision 3 had people on the edge of their seats.

Unexpected results take gymnastics enthusiasts by surprise

On the first day of the 2023 World Gymnastics Championship, all five of the USA Teammates took the ground for the first battle. It was a Pommel Horse competition for the team aiming for the highest score. However, as each contested for his own, the commonality shared by Asher Hong, and Khoi Young was an interesting watch for the audience.

Asher and Khoi both hail from the University of Stanford, one of the very few institutes to support the declining sport of Men’s Gymnasts. Nonetheless, performing against each other during previous opportunities, Asher rose to be the hope of Team USA. While the audience had their eyes on the speculated star performer, Khoi Young sneakily emerged as a top performer at rotation 1. Outperforming his contenders, Khoi Young recorded a score of 15.066; earning the top spot.

Khoi and Hong hold a recognizable bond as they share an association from past events. The Stanford students were in a fierce contest amongst the two just this July. Hong and Khoi contested at the 2023 U.S. Championship where they confronted each other. However, the emerging victor in the end was the former; maintaining a difference of 1.475.

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While the rivalry between the two could have turned either way, it seemed to take a turn towards a cordial one. As Young took the lead, the teammates made sure not to fall too behind.

The US team trails behind

The US Men’s gymnastics team is undoubtedly comprised of the best ones. Making their way to the 2023 Worlds to get their hands on one of the available spots for the 2024 Paris, the team came prepared. As Khoi led the Pommel Horse for the team, they followed right behind. Another of the 19-year-old, Fred Richard who made his debut at the Worlds fell second in line. Richard who is named 2021 and 2022 Junior Pan American Champion put up a score of 14.200.

The youngster was then followed by the leader’s rival, Asher Hong. The gymnast who scored a total of 13.100, came in as a replacement for the team’s former player, Brody Malone. Quickly switching up places, Hong proved to be the right pick for the team. And placed right behind him was Yul Moldauer, a 27-year-old and the veteran of the team. Yul placing no far behind scored a 12.666.

Khoi’s performance followed by the team’s showcased a strong base to the team. With co-ordinated further matches, the teammates look to get their hands on the best available prize in the contest.

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