“Learned a Lot” – US Gymnast Jordan Chiles Opens Up on Tokyo Olympics 2020 Heartbreak
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Jordan Chiles is reflected in a display screen during open stretch at the U.S. Women’s Olympic Gymnastics trials in St Louis, Missouri, U.S. June 25, 2021. Picture taken June 25, 2021. REUTERS/Lindsey?Wasson?
The Olympics are always an occasion to witness major emotional and mental triumphs, and of course, losses. This year’s Summer Games will definitely be no different. We’ve already seen some monumental events unfold in Tokyo, including the debut of new disciplines – karate, skateboarding, sport climbing and also surfing.
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Jordan Chiles makes a kiss face towards Simone Biles as they pose for a photo after being named to the Olympic team after the final day of women’s competition in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for gymnastics in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S., June 27, 2021. Picture taken June 27, 2021. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson
But there have also been heartbreaks in Japan this summer. The story of USA gymnast and promising starlet, Jordan Chiles is bound to get you in the feels.
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The 20-year old athlete committed a handful of major errors during Sunday’s women’s gymnastics qualification in Tokyo. Chiles concluded her performance on the balance beam, by falling on the mat. She wound up on her hands and knees after her dismount which also brought an end to her Tokyo Olympics 2020 campaign.
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Jordan Chiles looking to bounce back from Tokyo Olympics setback
yesterday wasn’t the meet of my life but I do have to say I learned a lot from it and ready to go out and show the world why I am here. Thank you to everyone, from my family all the way to my fans. I appreciate you!!!! LETS GO❤️ pic.twitter.com/xf6kqlJZ73
— Jordan Chiles (@ChilesJordan) July 26, 2021
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After her disheartening performance on the weekend, US gymnast Jordan Chiles was visibly disappointed. Her teammate Simone Biles rushed to her assistance and offer some comfort. But she is not one to sulk and regret. Instead, Jordan is willing to learn from her shortcomings and move forward in what promises to be a fledgling career.
“Yesterday wasn’t the meet of my life but I do have to say I learned a lot from it and ready to go out and show the world why I am here. Thank you to everyone, from my family all the way to my fans. I appreciate you!!!! LETS GO,” Chiles said via her official Twitter handle.
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Chiles plans to major in zoology and should graduate in 2024. She will work towards perfecting her craft as she attempts to make another Olympic appearance in the next four years.
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