Stephen Nedoroscik, the U.S. gymnastics team’s new star, has become famous for his pommel horse skills. This 25-year-old gymnast, who also solves Rubik’s Cubes as a hobby, helped the team win a bronze medal in the men’s artistic gymnastics team final, their first medal since 2008.
His impressive routine was crucial for securing the medal, and he became an internet sensation overnight.
During the competition, Nedoroscik’s performance on the pommel horse was highly anticipated, and he delivered with a score of 14.866.
His dramatic finish and celebration thrilled the crowd. On social media, he’s been nicknamed “Mr. Pommel Horse” and compared to Clark Kent for his glasses and sudden transformation into a gymnastics hero.
Nedoroscik has strabismus, which means his eyes can cross, causing double vision. Despite this, he competes without glasses, relying on his sense of touch to feel the equipment.
He mentioned in an interview that solving Rubik’s Cubes helps him relax and has become a fun aspect of his public persona.
He will next compete in the individual men’s pommel horse final on August 3. The BBC reported on his rise to fame and the positive reaction from fans and the gymnastics community.
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