How To Watch The 2026 U.S. Gymnastics Championships
The 2026 U.S. Gymnastics Championships are set to begin in Phoenix, serving as a qualifier for the World Championships and the 2028 Olympics. The event features a mix of veteran athletes and rising stars.
Why it matters
This competition is a critical milestone for athletes aiming to represent the U.S. on the international stage.
The nation's top elite gymnasts will bring the heat this weekend in the Sonoran Desert. The 2026 U.S. Gymnastics Championships begin Thursday in Phoenix, Arizona, and serve as the next step toward the 2026 World Championships and the 2028 LA Olympic Games.
This year's field features a mixture of fresh faces and trusted veterans.
On the women's side, defending U.S. champion Hezly Rivera looks to win her second consecutive U.S. title and hopes to fend off challenges from Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey and World team champions Skye Blakely and Leanne Wong. 2026 U.S. Classic champion Reese Esponda leads the charge of up-and-comers, along with all-around threat Claire Pease and first-year senior Charleigh Bullock.
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