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Max Whitlock prepares for LA 2028 after returning from retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:31 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Max Whitlock prepares for LA 2028 after returning from retirement

Summary

Max Whitlock begins training as he aims for a medal at the LA 2028 Olympics after a brief retirement. The three-time Olympic champion, who previously earned gold in Rio and Tokyo, experienced disappointment at Paris 2024 but decided his career wasn't complete. His training involves rigorous core workouts and skill practice, as he focuses on improving his handstands, crucial for gymnastics. With advanced tracking technology to monitor performance, Whitlock continues to push his limits in preparation for the upcoming Games.

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•Whitlock returns from retirement targeting LA 2028 gold.
•He faced disappointment at Paris 2024 despite previous successes.
•Training involves daily core workouts and handstand progressions.
•Utilizes advanced technology to track health and performance.
•Whitlock plans to compete at age 35 in Los Angeles.

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IN DEPTH: We’ve all watched elite athletes in competition and wondered how well we’d manage. Flo Clifford met with triple Olympic champion and Britain’s most successful gymnast Max Whitlock to find out what it’s really like
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