“Send Her Straight to the Olympic Team”: Gabby Douglas’ Risky Training Update Has Gymnastics World Amazed

At the 2024 Winter Cup, anticipation ran high for the long-awaited return of three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas to competitive gymnastics after an eight-year hiatus. However, fans were met with disappointment when Gabby revealed she had contracted COVID-19 just a day before the event, forcing her to withdraw from her scheduled debut.

After the setback and amidst swirling rumors of her potential departure from WOGA, the gym where she trained, Gabby put those speculations to rest by announcing her contention for Paris. And her latest risky training update has the gym-ternet amazed as she gears up for competition once again.

Gabby Douglas stuns with training video from WOGA

In a post on X by Scott Bregman, a video Gabby Douglas shared on her Instagram stories was posted. In the video, Gabby was seen practicing at WOGA Gymnastics on uneven bars. Despite battling COVID-19 just weeks prior, the 28-year-old showcased flawless execution of daring maneuvers on the bars, including the Healy, Downie, and many other moves, with ease and precision.

This exciting news came after her coach, Anna Liukin, shared with Olympics.com that Douglas had left WOGA on February 27. However, Gabby Douglas has decided to return and is still focused on her goal of participating in the 2024 Olympics in Paris. The phenom will continue training with coaches Anna and Valeri Liukin.

To compete in the U.S. Championships later in May, Gabby needs to earn a qualifying spot. She can do this either at the April national team camp or other competitions like the American Classic. The video showcasing her training routine has captivated the internet, with enthusiasts expressing sheer enthusiasm and anticipation for her remarkable return.

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How she left the gym-ternet floored with her skills

Fans flooded X, sharing their awe for Gabby and her moves ahead of her highly anticipated debut. One enthusiast couldn’t contain their amazement, exclaiming,

Another supporter asserted that Gabby deserves a spot in the Olympics even before showcasing her skills in competition, declaring,

Yet another fan, expressing enduring admiration for Gabby, conveyed their heartfelt desire for her success, stating,

Meanwhile, another admirer marveled at Gabby’s consistency, remarking,

As fans continue to gush over her incredible moves, anticipation for Gabby Douglas’s return to the spotlight is once again mounting as she sets her sights on making America proud at the Olympics.

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