Before they became the “Final Five,” Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, Laurie Hernandez, Madison Kocian and Aly Raisman had 12 routines in front of them. 12 chances to shine or falter, to make history or leave with regret.
They stepped up to the challenge, winning the gold medal in the women’s gymnastics competition by over eight points. Here are some of the best routines and moments from the U.S. women.
The team starts on vault, where team captain Raisman finds the perfect time to do the perfect vault
2012 Olympic all-around champion Douglas and 2015 world uneven bars co-champion Kocian grew the team’s lead with uneven bars brilliance
Next to balance beam, where Biles didn’t let a small wobble stop her from earning the night’s top score on the event
Far in front of the field, three floor routines turned into victory dances
When it becomes official, the winning team announces their chosen nickname
Receiving their well-deserved gold medals
Watch the full replay of the women’s gymnastics team final
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