Top-tier gymnasts, including Suni Lee, Simone Biles, and Gabby Douglas, are set to kick off their journey towards Paris 2024 at the Core Hydration Classic this Saturday. This event serves as the final qualifier for the upcoming U.S. Championships in Fort Worth, Texas. While Biles and other Olympic champions have already secured their spots in Fort Worth, this meet is crucial for earning a place on the five-member Paris Olympic team.

The selection committee will use a few competitions this season to decide the team, with the Olympic Trials in Minneapolis in June being the culmination. Notably, this will mark Biles’ return to competition since her historic performance at the World Championships in Antwerp last October. Alongside Biles, other medalists like Jade Carey and Jordan Chiles will also compete. Keep an eye on Konnor McClain, the 2022 U.S. champion, as she returns to elite gymnastics after a hiatus. Gabby Douglas’ comeback effort, evident from her recent performance, adds further excitement to this event.

From the editorial board of WSB