Our performance director immediately sent correspondence to recipients outlining that some of the language and tone was unacceptable and not in line with our culture and commitment to reform. Ellie Downie, who in 2017 became the first British gymnast to win a major all-around title at the European championships, revealed she would not eat or drink the night before weigh-in day and.
“Ellie references an email that was sent following the World Championships which did not meet our standards or reflect our values as an organisation. As part of the wide reform of gymnastics being undertaken, we must ensure appropriate behaviours and attitudes are maintained and always reinforced. Becky and Ellie Downie join Radzi on the podcast this week to discuss winning together, injury disappointments and the all important Olympic Rings tattoo. 17-year-old Downie, competing in her first Olympic Games. The PA news agency has contacted British Gymnastics for comment.Ī statement posted on its website read: “(Ellie has) raised issues in her retirement podcast that we are already aware of and are being addressed, particularly around the conduct and communication of a member of our coaching team. Team GBs Ellie Downie suffered a sickening fall on her neck - before returning to the Olympic arena to complete the competition. She also alleges Kenwright sent an email to the team – which did not include Downie – after the World Championships “that kind of said we finally put the naysayers to rest… and we’ve got revenge from all of the stuff that’s been said about gymnastics”.
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