Gabby Douglas was bullied by other Gymnasts, called slave during trials

[the next guy]

Gabby Douglas: No Poland Spring Girl

Gabby Douglas had me at the first release move.

The gymnast who would become the breakout star of the 2012 Olympics wasn’t even officially part of the American Cup all-around competition in March. She was an alternate beside the more accomplished Jordyn Wieber and Aly Raisman, only allowed to show her routines to gain experience. But when I saw Gabby perform on bars, she launched herself into the air, higher than any woman has ever done, her ponytail sticking straight up as though reaching for the sky. By the time she came back to earth, I was a fan.

geez man really?

 

[the next guy]

pro gabby stuff to balance the thread
Spanny's Big Fake Smile: The Defection of Douglas: Part Three