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3w ago

Hezly Rivera Clinches U.S. Gymnastics All-Around Title

Her win by 0.8 points over Leanne Wong locks in her spot at next month’s world championship selection camp.

Rivera won her first national title in New Orleans.
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Overview

  • Rivera posted a two-day total of 112.000 to edge four-time world medalist Leanne Wong for the national all-around crown.
  • She added golds on uneven bars, balance beam and floor exercise to strengthen her case for the four-woman world championship team.
  • Joscelyn Roberson overcame an ankle tweak and a 0.5 deduction for using an extra mat to claim the bronze medal.
  • Skye Blakely’s return saw her tie Rivera for the top score on uneven bars and bolster her world team prospects.
  • The absence of Simone Biles, Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey underscores a youth-led transition in Team USA ahead of the Jakarta championships.