Jordan Chiles, a two-time Olympic gymnast and gold medalist, announces she is returning to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Multiple outlets report that she makes the announcement publicly and begins preparations, framing it as a renewed attempt to reach a third Olympic Games.
The reports describe Chiles sharing her decision as she starts training for L.A.28, including details that she delivers the news through a video narrated by Michael Jordan. Coverage also places her return alongside other U.S. gymnasts who are pursuing the same goal, including Suni Lee and Jade Carey. The Athletic adds that Hezly Rivera is also among the returning members from the 2024 team. While most outlets focus on Chiles’ decision and immediate start to training, The Athletic notes that only Simone Biles has not yet made a decision about competing.
Overall, outlets align on Chiles’ choice to pursue L.A.28 and the timing of her return to training, with differences mainly in emphasis—such as the involvement of teammates and mention of other pending decisions.
