"Some change of plans but still on track"- Skye Blakely optimistic after withdrawing from U.S. Olympic Gymnastics trials due to Achilles injury

Skye Blakely has showcased optimism, exuding confidence in herself, days after the unfortunate incident that happened during her training for the Olympic gymnastics trials. She had a troubled landing while working on the floor exercise before the trials, which led to her leaving the venue in a wheelchair.

The 19-year-old's Paris Olympics dream shattered on June 26, while she was busy in her podium training and sustained a right Achilles injury. This led to her withdrawal from the trials, in which she was scheduled to perform on June 28 and June 30 to book her tickets to Paris. However, this unfortunate incident created a significant setback for Skye Blakely.

Following this incident, the gymnast broke into tears while receiving a standing ovation from the audience at the Target Center in Minneapolis, where the Olympic trials were held.

A few days after the incident, Blakely shared a bunch of pictures from her US Olympic trials practice sessions and portrayed positivity for her future. The post's caption read:

"Some change of plans but still on track, jeremiah 29:11."

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Skye Blakely opens up about the unfortunate incident at the US Olympic gymnastics trials

After Skye Blakely's disappointing exit from the trials, she shared a post on her Instagram handle, opening up about her devastating state. She acknowledged her injury and expressed how close she was to reaching her dreams and what it meant to her.

"Unfortnately I ruptured my Achilles during podium training. this is not the way I saw my olympic trials going or how my season ends," Skye Blakely wrote. "I’m devastated and heartbroken but I believe everything happens for a reason. I was so close to reaching my dream but this injury was unavoidable."

She also reflected on her 2024 season and showcased gratitude for everything she has.

"I had an amazing season that I am extremely grateful for. The plans we have for ourselves aren’t always the plans God has for us. I’m going to keep my chin high and be proud of the statement I have made for myself these past couple years. I’ll be back🤍"

This is not the first time that Blakely has to bid her Olympic dreams adieu. She also faced an unfortunate incident during the 2020 Summer Games. Her Olympic pursuit was cut short after she suffered an injury during the trials. She tore her ulnar collateral ligament while she was doing vault warmups, for which the gymnast had to go through left elbow surgery.