Katelyn Ohashi faces uncertainty for U.S. Championships bid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
USA Gymnastics has confirmed no petitions have been received for the upcoming U.S. Championships, scheduled for August 6-9 in Phoenix. Katelyn Ohashi, a notable competitor who narrowly missed the qualification score at the U.S. Classic, is among those facing a potential absence from the event. Despite her impressive performance at the Classic, Ohashi fell short of the necessary score by nearly four-tenths. Although she has not officially been eliminated, the absence of petitions casts doubt on her participation. Looking ahead, USA Gymnastics will announce the U.S. National Team following the Championships, with selections for the World Championships expected later this fall.
- •U.S. Championships set for August 6-9 in Phoenix, Arizona.
- •Ohashi missed qualifying score by nearly four-tenths at the U.S. Classic.
- •USA Gymnastics expects no petitions from competitors for the Championships.
- •Team USA for the World Championships will be determined after the U.S. Championships.
- 4:38 PMYahoo Sports — USA Gymnastics Expects No Petitions, Leaving Katelyn Ohashi Bid Uncertain
"USA Gymnastics confirms no athlete petitions have been received ahead of August's U.S. Championships, casting heavy doubt on whether viral star Katelyn Ohashi will continue her 2026 elite season.
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