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Rivera came out strong at 2026 nationals Day 1

August 8, 2026 12:50 AM

Hezly Rivera, a 2024 Olympic team gold medalist and the 2025 U.S. all-around champion, finished in fourth place after Day 1 of the Women's 2026 U.S. Gymnastics Championship.

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