WWE Legend Gives One-Word Reply to Olivia Dunne Amidst Uncertain Gymnastics Future

When Olivia Dunne came back to LSU, she had one thing on her mind: taking home another NCAA championship. But just before the season could kick off, LSU faced a major setback: Haleigh Bryant, a key player in their last championship win, was out with an injury. So, the big question on everyone’s mind was, could LSU defend their title without her? The doubt was real. But Olivia wasn’t about to let that stop her. As the season started, she delivered a performance that left fans and critics speechless. The energy was electric, and suddenly, people were in awe saying, “Iconic” and “That’s our girl! 🔥🙌❤️”

On December 28, Olivia Dunne crushed it on the floor with a routine that had everyone talking. Her tumbling? Perfect. Every move? Insane. She even captioned her post with “let’s geaux😼,” and honestly, she didn’t just “geaux,” she nailed every single part of that performance. It was so impressive that even WWE superstar Natalya Neidhart had to chime in. You know, the Canadian-American wrestler from Raw? She dropped a comment on Olivia’s post saying, “Amazing!” and honestly, that pretty much sums it up.

WWE has been a part of Olivia Dunne’s journey, and in August 2024, they surprised her in a big way. To celebrate her and the LSU Gymnastics team’s epic win at the 2024 NCAA Championship, WWE gifted Olivia a custom LSU championship belt. The belt was decked out in LSU’s purple and gold, and it was all about recognizing their victory. But it wasn’t just about the team, it was also a shout-out to Olivia for all she’s done, both as an athlete and as a social media star. But the connection didn’t just end there.

At Fanatics Fest in New York City, Olivia Dunne and a former gymnast turned WWE star Tiffany Stratton had a great time together. Tiffany posted a fun photo of the two of them hanging out in a bar, with Tiffany holding her customized Money in the Bank briefcase. The event, held at the Javits Center from August 16-18, brought together athletes and celebrities from all sorts of sports. Tiffany jokingly referred to it as being on “Tiffy time” in her Instagram caption. Meanwhile, Olivia’s been getting a lot of attention lately, she’s definitely making a name for herself but her future in gymnastics is still up in the air.

Olivia Dunne’s decision to move beyond the Olympics

Olivia Dunne has so much talent that it’s no surprise people wonder why she’s not aiming for the Olympics. Back in July, rumors spread that she was excluded from the U.S. team for the Paris 2024 Olympics, and fans couldn’t help but ask, “Why isn’t she competing?” So, when people started questioning her Olympic future, Olivia decided to set the record straight in her own way. She posted a viral TikTok video where, in her usual sarcastic style, she mocked the idea of getting “the painful news” of not making the team. Hard to understand. Right?

So, the video stirred up some conversation, with people asking why Olivia wasn’t chasing her Olympic dream. In an interview, Olivia revealed the reason behind this decision: pursuing the Olympics was no longer part of her plan. During a 2021 appearance on the BFFs podcast, she explained how a serious injury at around 15 or 16 changed everything. “That dream has died,” Olivia shared, describing how a bone in her ankle had died and fractured, which made her realize the Olympic path might not be for her.

Olivia has understood her priorities, even if it meant disappointing fans who didn’t fully get why she made that choice. While the Olympics are clearly off her radar, she’s still making a huge impact as one of the top NIL stars in college sports. Looking ahead, with the NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championships coming back to Dickies Arena on April 17 and 19, 2025, she’s pushing hard to rack up more awards and help LSU snag another championship.