Competing at the Olympics can be an emotional rollercoaster for even the most seasoned of athletes. No one reflected this better at the 2024 Paris Games than 23-year-old Black gymnast Jordan Chiles , who was shockingly stripped of her medal by the International Olympic Committee. Those representing Team USA in the competitive sport felt the weight of the world on their shoulders during their individual and group routines. However, after Simone Biles’ decision to withdraw in Tokyo at the 2021 Games, they knew their fans, country and coaches would support them no matter what happened, taking some of the pressure off their quest for perfection. With Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal being taken away from her on a technicality, USA Gymnastics is standing firmly behind their champion , but dealing with all the drama certainly hasn’t been easy. Why Does Jordan Chiles Have to Return Her Olympic Gymnastics Medal? (Photo: Jamie Squire via Getty Images) It all began during the women’s floor final...
