“Simone Biles will continue to redefine the limits of gymnastics,” predicts one commentator, as the US Olympic Gymnastics Trials approach. The 2024 Olympics gymnastics qualification season will start on June 27 at the trials in Minneapolis. Gymnasts from around the nation will gather to prove who has what it takes to represent the USA. The highly anticipated event will showcase Simone Biles’ unparalleled skill and poise, as well as Shilese Jones’ impressive talent and determination. 

Both gymnasts are set to deliver stunning performances as they embody the spirit of competition and excellence that defines the Olympic Games. The event, headlined by gymnasts like Simone Biles, Shilese Jones, Fred Richards, and Brody Malone, promises to be as thrilling as the Summer Games in Paris itself. Here is everything you need to know to witness the trials’ magic.

Simone Biles to take on Shilese Jones: Who has the upper hand? 

Gymnastics in the USA have become synonymous with Simone Biles. During the Core Hydration Classics earlier this year, Biles swept the all-around title with a score of 59.500. This kept her in a two-point lead from the first runner-up, Shilese Jones. Biles participated in all four events, with her highest being 15.600 on the vaults and 14.800 on floor exercise.

At the Xfinity games, she won the gold medal at all events and became the first gymnast to win nine all-around titles. Her improved Yurchenko double-like vault, and the triple twisting double back tuck make her one of the most technically skilled gymnasts on the mat this year. However, Shilese Jones, the 2023 AA bronze medallist, faced some hiccups.

After a successful Classics where she won the uneven bars, Jones was forced to withdraw from the Xfinity games due to a shoulder injury. It was so bad, that Jones reported it was hard to move her arm at all. Shilese Jones stated, “Unfortunately, I won’t be participating in the Xfinity Championships this year. With Paris as my ultimate focus, it’s best for me to prioritize recovery and resting my shoulder this weekend.“

She also mentioned, “Both the medical team and I are confident this is the right decision to ensure I’m at full strength for Trials“. She further added that she was excited to support her fellow athletes and teammates that weekend, mentioning that she had petitioned to compete in the trials and had been approved. Though Biles is the natural favorite to make the first spot on the Olympic team, Jones is expected to be a close second. 

How to witness the trials?

To catch the highly anticipated showdown between Simone Biles and Shilese Jones, mark your calendars for June 27, 2024. The 2024 US Olympic team trials for gymnastics is scheduled between 27th and 30th June. It will be held at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The event is expected to be one of the marquee events of this year before the Olympics itself. The competition will start every day from 6:30 pm ET. 

US Olympic Gymnastics Trials: Know where to get the ticket 

The tickets for the US Olympic team trials for gymnastics are already available. Viewers can purchase tickets for each session online at the official US Gymnastics website or directly at the Target Center box office. They can be bought together for all days or separately for each. For each day, the prices are $375. The cheapest are the men’s finals at $40 and women’s finals at $325. Those only interested in the finals may purchase tickets for just the 3rd and 4th days, which are the 29th and 30th of June.

Where to watch the US Olympic Gymnastics Trials?

The US Olympic Gymnastics Trials promise to showcase electrifying talent. The thrilling match between Simone Biles and Shilese Jones can be seen across wide networks of interest. On Thursday, the 27th, Men’s Day 1 can be watched on USA Network and Peacock between 6:30 pm-9 pm. Women’s Day 1 can be viewed on Peacock from 7: 30 to 8 PM ET on Friday the 28 and on NBC from 8 to 10 PM ET.

For Men’s Day 2, scheduled for June 29th, the streaming will continue through NBC and Peacock TV from 3 to 6 PM Eastern Time. Women’s Day 2 events are scheduled for June 30th, airing from 8 to 8:30 PM ET on Peacock, and from 8:30 to 11 PM ET on both NBC and Peacock. You can stream these matches live on Peacock, NBC.com, NBCOlympics.com, NBC Sports, and the NBC app.