Why compare Aly Raisman and Gabby Douglas?

Gabby Douglas and Aly Raisman both played pivotal roles in the success of the U.S. gymnastics teams at the 2012 and 2016 Olympics. Their rivalry was marked by their shared experiences and achievements, including back-to-back team gold medals.

Aly Raisman

Key numbers

  • Olympic Medals6
  • World Championship Medals3
  • National Championships Titles5
  • Years Active2009-2020

Top honours

  • Olympic Gold Medals2 (2012 Team, 2012 Floor)
  • Olympic Silver Medals2 (2016 All-Around, 2016 Floor)
  • Olympic Bronze Medals2 (2012 Balance Beam, 2016 Team)
  • World Championships Gold Medals2 (2011 Team, 2015 Team)
  • National Championships Titles5 (2012 Balance Beam, 2012 Floor, 2015 Floor, 2015 All-Around)
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Gabby Douglas

Key numbers

  • Olympic Medals3
  • World Championship Medals5
  • U.S. National Titles2
  • Major CompetitionsMultiple

Top honours

  • Olympic Gold Medal2012 London (All-around)
  • Olympic Gold Medal2012 London (Team)
  • Olympic Gold Medal2016 Rio de Janeiro (Team)
  • World Championships Gold Medal2011 Tokyo (Team)
  • World Championships Gold Medal2015 Glasgow (Team)