Just when the world thought it had seen it all when it came to Internet trolls. There’s more that awaited. And, this one is from?when Gabby Thomas was the target of trolls back in the 2016 Summer Games in Rio. Unsurprisingly, the name that used to resonate with the gymnastic world garnered attention for all the wrong reasons.?

Despite the scrutiny, every expression on her face has been subjected to analysis. Haters were searching for the slightest hint of indifference or animosity on her face. However, the athlete knew what was reality. Along similar lines, Thomas has recently given a bold revert to all the criticism in a fresh podcast that has taken the internet by storm. With this, the world has good news for the gymnastics world.

What is the smiling controversy about?

The night of the 2016 Summer Games in Rio, Brazil, wasn?t only Simone Biles’ to claim the victory. But also the seasoned veteran of the squad all-around champion Gabby Douglas. The champion too gave a stellar performance on uneven bars. And despite facing a barrage of questions about her transition from a star in London to a supporting player in this Olympics, Douglas exhibited poise. Her interviews were adorned with smiles.?

In a recent podcast with Charlotte Alter on “Person of the Week,” Douglas addressed the smiling controversy that surrounded her. When asked about the controversy, she responded, “There are times when you’re upset, mad not at anything else but the fact that I didn’t do my best. I mean, is LeBron, or some basketball player, another player, like, if they didn’t do their best, they didn’t put in their effort, is LeBron going to be excited? Are they going to be like, oh, wow, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah? Like, they walk off the court.”

She continued, expressing the emotional weight of not performing at one’s best. Regarding criticisms about not deserving a spot on the US team, Douglas candidly replied, “Damn, thank you!” She acknowledged wearing emotions on her face, as pointed out by her sisters. The journey has been rough and tough for Douglast post-2016 Olympics. However, despite numerous setbacks and difficulties, the athlete did not lose hope, and following this she has good news for the sports world. Any idea about it?

Gabby Douglas in 2024 comes with new hopes for the gymnastic world

The mention of 2024 would have made the good news anticipation easier. Isn?t it? Yes, so, Douglas has made her way for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her new Instagram stories and back-to-back posts are evidence of the athlete’s comeback for championship post 6 years.?

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Having recharged, Gabby Douglas aims to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. If successful, she could become the oldest American female gymnast to do so since 1952. Aly Raisman asserts she is well-positioned to accomplish this milestone.

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