This chapter explores how successful athletes can enhance the visibility and appeal of men's gymnastics, similar to the growth seen in women's gymnastics. It highlights the role of modern platforms like TikTok in promoting the sport and stresses the need for diversity and inclusion to inspire new participants.
2008 was the last time the US men’s gymnastics won a team medal at the Olympics. Justin Spring was part of that team, and he says that this week’s bronze medal — and the gymnasts’ vault into social media stardom — could help resuscitate the sport.
This episode was produced by Denise Guerra, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Matt Collette, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
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