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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – October 27: Jordan Chiles of the United States during podium training in preparation for the World Gymnastics Championships-Liverpool 2022 at M&S Bank Arena on October 27th, 2022 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – October 27: Jordan Chiles of the United States during podium training in preparation for the World Gymnastics Championships-Liverpool 2022 at M&S Bank Arena on October 27th, 2022 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
The much-awaited showdown, Pan American Games 2023, finally commenced on October 20 in Santiago’s National Stadium, Chile. The opening ceremony witnessed amazing performances. Whether it was swimming, equestrian, or gymnastics, Team USA nailed every single division of sports there is, with flair, verve and panache.
Following this news, fans got another fascinating update when after 39 years the team witnessed a female-led squad. Varrio coaches added words of appreciation and talked about changes. However, it was Simone Biles’ favorite hype woman, the flag-bearer of Team USA, whose words took the spotlight. Recent developments highlight Jordan Chiles’ impactful comeback and words resonating strongly in the gymnastics world and adding a new layer to their remarkable journey.
Jordan Chiles’s New truth bomb is making headlines in the gymnastics world
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As per the NBCOlympics.com report, big changes have been observed in the 2023 Pan American Games season. The shift from male to female coaches represents a notable change, celebrated for empowering girl power. The US sports community has progressed in embracing diversity.
Cecile Landi, head coach and 1996 French Olympian, expresses enthusiasm for this uncommon arrangement, saying, “We were like, ‘All right, let’s go–girl power!'” With this, another coach, Chellsie Memmel, U.S. women’s high-performance technical lead, sees it as a historic moment reflecting the strengthening arena of gymnastics. Alongside Landi, guiding gymnasts like Jordan Chiles, and other athletes like Tiana Sumanasekera, and Zoe Miller, an all-female delegation, is happy with this feat. Where Chiles adds, “The culture is just changing. Everything is changing. Honestly, I really enjoy that, and it’s pretty cool just to be able to be a part of that, as well.”
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LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – October 29: Jordan Chiles of the United States performs her floor routine during Women’s qualifications at the World Gymnastics Championships-Liverpool 2022 at M&S Bank Arena on October 29th, 2022 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
However, in a recent twist of events, fans might wonder who clinched gold in the all-around title.
All around gold winner fires on all cylinders
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Gator gymnast Kayla DiCello secured another gold medal, triumphing in the Pan American Games all-around competition. Contributing to the U.S. team’s sixth consecutive Pan American Games team gold, DiCello showcased her exceptional skills at the National Stadium Sports Park in Santiago, Chile.
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This victory marks a significant achievement as DiCello becomes the first U.S. Pan Am Games all-around gold medalist since Bridgette Caquatto in 2011. The U.S. gymnastics team dominated, with Brazil’s Flavia Saraiva securing silver and Jordan Chiles from the U.S. claiming bronze on Monday.
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Even in the international competition, Gator freshman Anya Pilgrim, representing Barbados, displayed her talent and dedication, securing the 18th position overall. The upcoming challenges for DiCello include the Pan Am event finals, where she will compete in the balance beam and floor exercise events on Wednesday. This triumph adds another shining moment to DiCello’s already impressive gymnastics career.
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