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Which gymnast won gold in the all-around individual competition on August 2, 2024?
Which gymnast won gold in the all-around individual competition on August 2, 2024?
What medal did Sunisa Lee win in the uneven bars competition?
What medal did Sunisa Lee win in the uneven bars competition?
How many Olympic medals does Simone Biles have in total?
How many Olympic medals does Simone Biles have in total?
Which medal did Jordan Chiles win in the individual floor exercise competition?
Which medal did Jordan Chiles win in the individual floor exercise competition?
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Besides soccer which sport was specifically called out as being one of the sports that the author of the text does not participate in?
Besides soccer which sport was specifically called out as being one of the sports that the author of the text does not participate in?
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What was the total number of medals won by the USA men's and women's gymnastics teams at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
What was the total number of medals won by the USA men's and women's gymnastics teams at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
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When was the last time the US men's gymnastics team won a medal in the Olympic team event prior to the Paris 2024 Olympics?
When was the last time the US men's gymnastics team won a medal in the Olympic team event prior to the Paris 2024 Olympics?
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What specific event was Stephen Nedoroscik responsible for during the men's team all-around final?
What specific event was Stephen Nedoroscik responsible for during the men's team all-around final?
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Which of the following best describes the US women's gymnastics team's performance in the team event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
Which of the following best describes the US women's gymnastics team's performance in the team event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?
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What was the margin of victory, in points, for the US women's gymnastics team over the silver medalist at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
What was the margin of victory, in points, for the US women's gymnastics team over the silver medalist at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
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What factor contributed to Brody Malone's disappointing performance during the qualifying events at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
What factor contributed to Brody Malone's disappointing performance during the qualifying events at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
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Besides the team event, in which other event did Stephen Nedoroscik win a medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Besides the team event, in which other event did Stephen Nedoroscik win a medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
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Which of these gymnasts was NOT on the US women's team at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Which of these gymnasts was NOT on the US women's team at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
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Study Notes
US Gymnastics at the Paris 2024 Olympics
- US men's and women's teams combined for 10 medals, with 3 gold, 1 silver, and 6 bronze.
- US men's team won bronze in the team all-around final, ending a 16-year medal drought.
- Brody Malone, team captain, despite a serious knee injury 16 months prior, led the team to victory with flawless routines on the still rings and high bar. He overcame a disappointing performance in qualifying, finishing 5th.
- Stephen Nedoroscik secured the bronze medal for the men's team with a near-perfect score on the pommel horse, solidifying his reputation as the "pommel horse guy." He also won bronze in the individual competition.
- US women's team, a dominant force since 1996, won gold in the team competition. They were six points ahead of Italy.
- Simone Biles, team captain, won gold in the all-around individual competition.
- Sunisa Lee won bronze in the all-around individual competition and bronze in the uneven bars.
- Jordan Chiles won bronze for the women's team in the floor exercise competition.
- Biles won silver in the floor exercise, achieving 11 Olympic medals (7 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze)
- Lee's successful comeback was impressive considering her battle with kidney disease and uncertainty about returning to gymnastics.
- Simone Biles was noncommittal about competing in 2028.
US Men's Gymnastics Performance
- Broke a 16-year drought by winning bronze in the team all-around.
- Team captain Brody Malone's flawless performance despite a previous knee injury was key to the victory.
- Stephen Nedoroscik's near-perfect score on the pommel horse was crucial.
- Paul Juda, Asher Hong, and Frederick Richard also contributed with exceptional routines.
US Women's Gymnastics Performance
- Successfully reclaimed gold in the team competition.
- Simone Biles won gold in the all-around individual competition.
- Sunisa Lee won bronze in the all-around and uneven bars.
- Jordan Chiles won bronze in the floor exercise.
- Biles' 11 Olympic medals make her the most decorated US Olympic gymnast.
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This quiz covers the achievements of the US gymnastics teams at the Paris 2024 Olympics, highlighting their medals and standout performances. Key athletes like Brody Malone and Simone Biles are featured, showcasing their impressive routines and contributions to the team's success.
