NBC 5 Chicago reported the announcement of the gymnasts selected to represent the U.S. in today’s Artistic Gymnastics Team event. Both Chiles and Biles will compete in each of the four event rounds; Suni Lee will fill the third spot on uneven bars and balance beam and floor exercise, while Jade Carey will round out the slots on the vault.
Artistic Gymnastics Team Competition
(Biles, Chiles, Lee and Carey)
Bercy Arena
Tuesday 30 July 2024 10:15
[Competition can be watched live on Peacock. Replay likely in Prime Time on a local NBC Affillate (KOB Albuquerque/KTSM El Paso)]
We aren’t the only ones rooting for Jordan Chiles. Here is what others have said:
U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles has the support of some pretty famous folks as she heads to her second Olympic Games at Paris 2024. (Photo: Courtesy)
Source: International Olympics Committee
First, the Tokyo 2020 team silver medallist received a note from music superstar Beyoncé.
“Congrats to you Queen. Always watching you with pride and admiration. Thank you for reppin’ us. Good luck to you,” she wrote, with another handwritten note reading, “All of your hard work and sacrifice shines bright. Praying for you and wishing you the best. Love your twin, Beyonce.”
Chiles has made it no secret of her admiration of the 32-time Grammy winner, having worn leotards inspired by the singer at the recent U.S. championships where she was fifth in the all-around.
Two-time Olympic basketball gold medallist Michael Jordan, considered among the greatest in his sport, also reached out to encourage Chiles ahead of Paris.
“Hey Jordan, this is Michael Jordan. I am so excited to watch you win a gold medal. Here’s to wishing you nothing but good luck,” his message read in an Instagram story from Chiles. “Let’s catch up afterwards. Hope to see you soon. MJ.”
Jordan has been part of Chiles life since… well, birth, as the gymnast was named for him.
“Btw, love the name,” he added, fittingly.
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