Aly Raisman Supports Jordan Chiles Amid Medal Controversy

Aly Raisman has expressed her strong support for fellow gymnast Jordan Chiles, who was controversially stripped of her bronze medal in the women's floor final at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Raisman criticized the Court of Arbitration for Sport's ruling that deemed an inquiry into Chiles' score was submitted four seconds late, arguing that the timekeeping officials accepted it, indicating it was valid. Despite USA Gymnastics providing evidence that they filed the inquiry within the time limit, the International Olympic Committee upheld the decision, reallocating the medal to Romania's Ana Barbosu. Raisman stated, 'It makes no sense to me' and called for transparency regarding the evidence used in the ruling. She praised Chiles for prioritizing her mental health during this challenging time, emphasizing the emotional toll on the young athlete. As the controversy unfolds, the gymnastics community continues to rally behind Chiles, hoping for a resolution that honors her performance.