Alec Yoder wasn’t planning to be in Tokyo for the Summer Olympics. He was initially left off the national team, due to knee pain that …
Alec Yoder wasn’t planning to be in Tokyo for the Summer Olympics. He was initially left off the national team, due to knee pain that limited his ability to take part in all six events. But a rule change allowed for specialists. Now he’s got a shot at medaling. The gymnast from Indiana advanced to Sunday’s final in the pommel horse after finishing fourth in qualifications. “If I make an Olympic final, I’m not swinging to get fourth,” he told the Indianapolis Star before the Games.
