Jordan Chiles, who was one of the biggest hits in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris has released her first statement since the IOC stripped her of her bronze medal.
Chiles originally finished five, then after a review took home the bronze medal. Several reviews later, the latest is Chiles is likely to keep her third-place medal.
” I am overwhelmed by the love I have received over the past few days. I am also incredibly grateful to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, USAG and the USOPC for their unwavering support during this difficult time. While celebrating my Olympic accomplishments, I heard the devastating news that my bronze medal had been stripped away. I had confidence in the appeal brought by USAG, who gave conclusive evidence that my scored followed all the rules. This appeal was unsuccessful.”
Jordan Chiles releases first statement since IOC stripped her of her Bronze🥉. Chiles placed 5th in women's floor exercise. Her team filed an inquiry, leading to a score adjustment. Despite video evidence, it was later ruled the inquiry was done 4secs after the 1min deadline. pic.twitter.com/BPket52M6g
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Chiles went on to talk more about the events, and her reactions. Chiles made an announcement pretty soon after the Olympics she would be coming back for two more seasons at UCLA.