Gymnastics Ireland Apologizes After Video Shows Black Athlete Overlooked at Competition
- Video surfaced of a Black gymnast being skipped for a medal at a Gymnastics Ireland event in 2022.
- The video went viral, sparking outrage and condemnation of racism in sports from athletes like Simone Biles.
- Gymnastics Ireland issued an apology and committed to reviewing policies to prevent future incidents.
- The official involved apologized privately but the gymnast's family was dissatisfied with the response.
- Gymnastics Ireland is working with anti-racism groups and government agencies to address the issue.