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After Struggling to ‘Survive’ Pre-Season, Olivia Dunne Turns Heads in the Gymnastics World, Marking a Perfect LSU Return

Published 08/09/2023, 9:33 AM EDT

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Olivia Dunne and her popularity has surged, attracting a slew of name, image, and likeness endorsements. Now, she’s back at the gym, gearing up for her senior LSU season. Furthermore, she disclosed in an Elle interview that this will be her last season in gymnastics. Recently, Dunne shared a TikTok video, showcasing her work on bars and flexibility in advance of the upcoming NCAA Gymnastics season. 

Amidst her jaunts through Italy, the Jersey Shore, and NYC, this video flashback offers a glimpse into her evolution from a young gymnast to a key figure on the LSU squad. Meanwhile Olivia Dunne today posted another video on her socials. This video helped her fans catch a revealing glimpse of her season preparations. How will Livvy’s senior season unfold?

Olivia Dunne flaunts extraordinary flexibility in a gym video

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Olivia Dunne flaunted remarkable flexibility on the balance beam, showcased in her Instagram story. Back in the gym for senior NCAA Gymnastics preparation, the LSU star displayed agility. Donning a gray co-ord set, her caption “@vuoriclothing obsessed with my new BlissBlend set :)”. Vuori, one of her successful NIL sponsorships. In the video, the millionaire executed a seamless front flip, transitioning into a back flip and handstand, returning to her initial pose.

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Amidst fellow gymnasts practicing in the background, her precision stood out. Ranked sixth nationally, her team headed into the tournament. In the prior season, Livvy led her team to a fourth-place “Four on the Floor” finish, trailing Oklahoma, Florida, and Utah. Olivia Dunne is very driven and she strives for LSU’s return to national championships and the first SEC title since 2019.

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Even though she’s currently preparing for the NCAA championship, her attention to the recent US Classics remains unwavering. Furthermore, between her NCAA preparation, she closely followed the recent US Classics on August 5. With keen eyes, the swimsuit model extended congratulations to Suni Lee for her exceptional performance.

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Livvy shows her admiration for Lee in a heartfelt comment 

Suni Lee’s Instagram post bared her emotions following the 2023 US Classics. The gallery portrayed her vulnerability in a snapshot where she was cradled by her team’s medical personnel. The next slide was succeeded by a video capturing her seamless balance beam dismount, landing with grace. Amid the outpouring of comments and appreciation, a distinct message shone through. Livvy’s succinct yet profound words echoed: “My idol”. Olivia Dunne has a history with another US Classics champion too.

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Having shared a USA team stint, Olivia Dunne and Simone Biles’ connection runs deep. Livvy departed amidst coach-related issues but draws strength from her idol. Now, she is fueled by inspiration and is ready to forge ahead toward her championship dream. Meanwhile, her recent videos underscore Dunne’s remarkable practice dedication and power.

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Gincy Abraham

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Gincy Abraham, an accomplished sports news writer at EssentiallySports, has a profound passion for surfing and a talent for covering the latest developments in sports. With expertise in Olympic news, Gincy captures the essence of the global sporting event. With a bachelor's degree in journalism and years of experience as a news reporter, Gincy is always in pursuit to deliver accurate content religiously.
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