Katelyn Ohashi announces return to elite gymnastics ahead of LA 2028
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Katelyn Ohashi revealed her comeback to competitive gymnastics, seven years after retiring, with ambitions for the LA 2028 Olympics. Ohashi shared her decision on Instagram, expressing excitement and determination to reclaim her dream. Training at Pacific Reign Gymnastics in Washington, she aims to qualify for upcoming American gymnastics events, including the American Classic this weekend and next month's U.S. Classic. A successful return could pave her path towards the World Championships in 2026.
- •Ohashi's last elite routine was over 13 years ago.
- •She achieved viral fame with her perfect-ten floor routines in college.
- •The American Classic is her first competitive opportunity since her announcement.
- •Ohashi aims to qualify for the U.S. National Championships in Phoenix.
- •She prepares for a potential spot on Team USA for the 2026 World Championships.
- 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Former viral UCLA star Katelyn Ohashi returns to gymnastics at age 29
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Viral Sensation Katelyn Ohashi Announces Elite Gymnastics Comeback
"Katelyn Ohashi is back. Seven years after retiring, the elite gymnastics prodigy and viral sensation announced her comeback and a potential run at the LA 2028 Olympics.
"Former UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi, whose joyful floor routines drew hundreds of millions of views and multiple ESPYs, has announced her to elite gymnastics.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 11:18 PMFormer viral UCLA star Katelyn Ohashi returns to gymnastics at age 29
Former UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi, whose joyful floor routines drew hundreds of millions of views and multiple ESPYs, has announced her to elite gymnastics.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 4:06 AMViral Sensation Katelyn Ohashi Announces Elite Gymnastics Comeback
Katelyn Ohashi is back. Seven years after retiring, the elite gymnastics prodigy and viral sensation announced her comeback and a potential run at the LA 2028 Olympics.
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