TUESDAY, JUL 31, 2012
Brendan Dempsey

Know The Gold Medalists: USA Women's Gymnastics

By Brendan Dempsey in

Left to right: Jordyn Wieber, Gabrielle Douglas, McKayla Maroney, Alexandra Raisman and Kyla Ross receive their gold medals (Photo: Julie Jacobson/AP Images)


Women's US gymnastics won team gold today for the first time since the "Magnificent 7" topped the podium in 1996. This is a momentous occasion for American gymnastics. The women narrowly beat out Russia and Romania for the win.

This is a great comeback for American gymnast Jordyn Wieber, who was the favorite to win overall gold in the singles section of competition. Jordyn fell short of singles gold, but was the cornerstone of this team win. She and her teammates can now return home as an Olympic gold medalists. Way to go!

Keep it tuned to Weplay's 2012 group for all the latest info on the games!

Reigning world champion Jordyn Wieber helps team USA win the gold during the floor exercise. (Photo:Julie Jacobson/AP Images)

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