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Among American Gymnasts, the 20-year-old prodigy has made her name historic. Leanne Wong from Kansas, US, has firmly established herself in the
Gymnastics?community as an icon to be known forever. From national to international levels Wong has nailed all and made moments to remember. And, continues to do.However, the world of gymnastics often proves intricate, particularly in the realm of scoring, where transparency has been a recent point of contention, stirring discussions and concerns among her devoted fan base. Despite facing the controversy with scoring and judges’ biasedness, she has made the way for the final selection in Antwerp and got her name in the top 5 American gymnasts. Along with this, she took a moment in a recent birthday post to convey her deep appreciation to those who have been an integral part of her journey.?This took the whole gymnastic world ablaze.
What did Leanne Wong write?
The rising star has started her career in a simple yet unique way. After turning, 20,? shared an emotional yet cryptic note on Friday, 22nd September. Leanne Wong poured out her gratitude on her Instagram account. Her message reads,
“Embracing this journey one milestone at a time! I am incredibly thankful for the opportunity to be a part of the 2023 World Championships Team and to represent Team USA. My heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to my path and helped me reach this milestone! I extend my congratulations to all, and I am truly grateful for the most wonderful golden birthday celebration!”
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While her supporters celebrated her success, Wong left them with an exciting revelation, adding,
“Next stop – Antwerp, Belgium ??.” This announcement undoubtedly thrilled her family and fans, but for those unfamiliar with the recent controversy, it raises questions about what transpired with Wong’s scoring that led to the controversy.Scoring controversy in the Gymnastics community
It is very common that in the world of gymnastics, judges strive for objectivity but can inadvertently introduce biases into their scoring. Recent controversy showcases that Gymnasts are evaluated based on comprehensive guidelines and criteria, but interpretations may differ.
Leanne Wong gained recognition as the 2nd-best all-around gymnast at the 2021 Kitakyushu World Championships and is particularly acclaimed for her floor exercise performances. She successfully secured a bronze at the World Championship of 2021.? No doubt that the top position was claimed by the iconic Simone Biles with a remarkable 30.200 points, whereas Leanne Wong secured the fourth position with 27.350 points. This score significantly impacted her overall standing, as Biles triumphed with 118.450 points, while Wong settled for third place with 111.100 points.
Read More:?Ending 30 Days Long Distance, Simone Biles Cheers On NFL Husband Jonathan Owens With Her ?Greenbaes?Her captivating routines have garnered her a dedicated fan base. These devoted fans were left disheartened when they witnessed Wong receiving a low score in the floor exercise. Despite the near-unbeatable performance of Simone Biles, fans of the emerging gymnastics sensation couldn’t help but express their discontent over the judgment. In essence, USA Gymnastics even posted a clip of Wong’s floor exercise routine on their official Instagram account, further fueling the discussion.
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