Jade Carey claims gold in vault and floor exercise at American Classic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Jade Carey returned to elite gymnastics on June 27 at the American Classic, securing gold medals in the vault and floor exercise. Competing for the first time since the 2024 Olympics, Carey finished second in the all-around behind 17-year-old Tatum Drusch. She opted for lower difficulty in her routines, reflecting her gradual return to competition. Carey's score qualified her for the upcoming U.S. National Championships in Phoenix, advancing her towards a potential world championship team spot in Rotterdam, Netherlands, later this year.
- •Carey won gold on vault and floor at the American Classic.
- •She finished second in the all-around, scoring 53.050.
- •Competing with downgraded routines, she showcased strong form and endurance.
- •Her performance qualifies her for the U.S. National Championships.
- •Carey aims for a spot on the world championship team in October.
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Jade Carey Wins Vault And Floor Gold In Elite Gymnastics Return
"Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey began her comeback at the American Classic, competing in elite gymnastics for the first time since winning gold and bronze medals at the 2024 Olympic Games.
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