Jade Carey Wins Vault And Floor Gold In Elite Gymnastics Return

Sports Money Jade Carey Wins Vault And Floor Gold In Elite Gymnastics Return By Caroline Price,

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Olympic Sports Analyst and Published Author Follow Author Jun 27, 2026, 05:35pm EDTJun 27, 2026, 05:36pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary Olympic medalist Jade Carey successfully returned to elite gymnastics at the American Classic after a two-year hiatus. Competing with intentionally downgraded difficulty, she secured second all-around with a 53.050 score, also winning gold on vault and floor. This strong performance qualified her for the U.S. National Championships in her hometown of Phoenix. The 26-year-old's measured comeback positions her for the World Championships in Rotterdam and a potential bid for the LA 2028 Olympics. Carey, known for her consistency and decorated career, is now tied with Aly Raisman as the fifth most decorated U.S. women's gymnast, making her return a significant step towards future international success.

PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 3: Jade Carey of Team United States celebrates after finishing her routine during the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Vault Final on day eight of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at the Bercy Arena on August 3, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Tom Weller/VOIGT/GettyImages)Getty ImagesIt’s been nearly two years since Jade Carey last competed in elite gymnastics, but the three-time Olympic medalist is back like she never left. Carey began her LA 2028 Olympic comeback on June 27 at the American Classic competition, taking the floor for the first time since winning two medals at the 2024 Olympic Games.