Gymnastic news #22 - Tokyo or bust

[Rukia]

I didn't realize until just now how much I want Yul on this men's team. I've always loved him and seeing him so confident tonight is making me very happy!

I'm also a huge Yul fan and I'm so glad he hit that pommel routine (both nights) because that was super important for him.

 

[Doggygirl]

I thought Whittenburg was going to die on both those vaults eek

I’m glad he didn’t end up on the ground writhing in pain! I’m sad though - he is a sentimental favorite for me. I wish his day had gone better….

 

[Doggygirl]

Has Nastia caused a satin shortage somewhere in the world????

 

[ryanj07]

I’m fine with letting Nastia be Nastia, I like that she goes for the glamour. People have said I overdress/don’t dress down too but some people just enjoy dressing up. There’s not anything wrong with that.

 

[tony]

Briones is really going to make a run to get into that top 4

 

[bardtoob]

I like the contrast in appearance between Andrea Joyce and Nastia Liukin. It's like a side show.

 

[barbk]

I feel like we’ve been hearing for 20 years how the US men are weak on pommels and still there’s been no improvement really lol.

Even longer for pairs with SBS triples. It is still the weak point.

 

[BaileyCatts]

I like Nastia's outfit today. Last night's too.

 

[Rukia]

Honestly I relate to Nastia because once my kids can get vaccines and we start really going places again I am going to be dressing to the nines all the time too.

I will def wear way less satin though.

 

[HeatherC]

He exasperates me so much with his inconsistency but if Sam keeps hitting the routines that team USA needs today, he's gonna earn one of those Olympic team spots and I would have a hard time being that upset about it. He actually looks really good today (aside from his PB hiccup).

 

[canbelto]

I love the mens' coverage. No Simone livestream, you get a straightforward presentation of all the athletes without interruptions to see Simone apply her bronzer.

 

[Rukia]

He exasperates me so much with his inconsistency but if Sam keeps hitting the routines that team USA needs today, he's gonna earn one of those Olympic team spots and I would have a hard time being that upset about it. He actually looks really good today (aside from his PB hiccup).

I think the same, but I hope the alternates stay close and ready because I feel like Sam's going to break at any moment

 

[tony]

From looking really quickly through the standings, seems Moldauer will keep at least top 3 in floor, pommel, and rings. Not that the spot seems to be at risk..

Honestly, Nedoroscik might still be in it. He's gonna finish 2nd in pommel by just .05 after a disaster in day 1. Nah, Dyer is delivering today. I think he has it.

 

[HeatherC]

I think the same, but I hope the alternates stay close and ready because I feel like Sam's going to break at any moment

Same! That whole thing with his elbow that they were talking about the other night makes me a nervous wreck.

 

[HeatherC]

From looking really quickly through the standings, seems Moldauer will keep at least top 3 in floor, pommel, and rings. Not that the spot seems to be at risk..

Honestly, Nedoroscik might still be in it. He's gonna finish 2nd in pommel by just .05 after a disaster in day 1. Nah, Dyer is delivering today. I think he has it.

Don't forget about Alec Yoder.

 

[tony]

Don't forget about Alec Yoder.

Yeah I realized he still had to go after I looked at Stephen's placement. The OSU in me wants him to go, and if he hits pommel then he far and away makes his case (needs only 13.3 ). But will they send him over someone with potential in two events? Yeah, probably.

 

[Lara]

What are Yoder’s chances of actually medaling on pommel vs Nedoroscik? The upgrade was a risk but perhaps needed?

 

[HeatherC]

What are Yoder’s chances of actually medaling on pommel vs Nedoroscik? The upgrade was a risk but perhaps needed?

Yoder's scores have been solid in comparison to the rest of the world so I think he has as good a shot as anyone else right now. He's won several NCAA titles over the years against tough competition so he's pretty battle tested in competition. (He's my sentimental favorite as a Buckeye that I've been following for a while now)

 

[ryanj07]

As of now, I would take Brody, Yul, Shane, and Brandon. Sam has a higher scoring potential than Brandon but also a high potential of disaster. I’m kidding myself though because they will 100% take Sam.

 

[skatfan]

Same! That whole thing with his elbow that they were talking about the other night makes me a nervous wreck.

Apparently the alternates can now be in the country so yes!

 

[ilovepaydays]

Diab has been awesome on rings but I don’t think he has the potential make the event finals or medal that Yoder has on pommel horse. Right?!

 

[HeatherC]

YUL!!!!

 

[Rukia]

I can't imagine the pressure on Yoder there wow.

 

[HeatherC]

OMG, I hope that was enough for Alec! I can't imagine how much pressure that was to deliver another strong performance after the other night. He's such a good guy and is SO GOOD on this event. fingers crossed

OK, I think that was a little harsh on the scoring.

 

[Rukia]

I could do without ever seeing another pommel horse routine. I don't like any of them haha.

 

[HeatherC]

Briones may have just taken Sam's spot on this team after that miss on PH.

 

[canbelto]

Sam Mikulak just pooped out on PH.

 

[tony]

.05 difference between Sam and Brandon. Even if Brandon had gone ahead, I think Sam still was in no danger honestly.

 

[Rukia]

What concerns me most about Mikulak in both national and trials is he has one day where he looks like he's about to die of exhaustion on some events and then one day where he looks fab. I feel like someone more steady might be a better choice...

 

[Simone411]

Gosh. 12.500 for Yoder. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for him!