The USA's favorite Olympian right now may just be 'Pommel Horse Guy' — a 25-year-old from Massachusetts

Tue, 07/30/2024 - 04:12

Stephen Nedoroscik competes on the pommel horse. — The American gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik has earned a spot on the internet as "Pommel Horse Guy."
Jamie Squire/ Getty Images

Stephen Nedoroscik is the only pommel-horse specialist on Team USA's men's gymnast team.
In his routine, he helped Team USA secure their first medal in men's artistic gymnastics since 2008.
Despite his key role, he appeared relaxed while waiting for his turn, fascinating the internet.

While most male gymnasts train for a few routines, Stephen Nedoroscik specializes in one: the pommel horse. And it turned out to be a risk well taken.