Overview
- Ohashi announced her comeback on Wednesday via Instagram and posted video of training at Pacific Reign Gymnastics in Woodinville, Washington.
- Pacific Reign and multiple outlets confirmed she is entered for the American Classic in Minneapolis this weekend, which is the first step on the elite requalification route.
- Under USA Gymnastics rules former elite competitors can petition to re-enter without re-earning compulsory scores, so Ohashi can pursue the American Classic, the U.S. Classic, and the U.S. National Championships.
- If she advances through those events she could be considered at the World selection process for Rotterdam 2026, though final rosters and her readiness after years away remain unresolved.
- Ohashi’s return highlights changing norms in gymnastics about age and longevity and revives public interest because she was a 2013 American Cup champion who later became a viral NCAA star known for perfect-10 floor routines.