Olivia Dunne Misses LSU’s 2nd Gymnastics Meet, Is She Okay?
Olivia Dunne did not compete in LSU gymnastics on Friday, the second time in as many meets. The Tigers lost to Missouri 197.325–197.225.
With over 13 million followers on Instagram and TikTok combined, Dunne is a social media sensation, but she was reduced to the spectator position and could only watch her colleagues while encouraging them from the sidelines.
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Since she missed the game against Kentucky the week before as well, her absence has continued, and supporters are beginning to worry about her health.
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As a well-known personality on social media, Dunne’s notoriety has increased significantly since name, image, and likeness (NIL) options have been available. Despite her social media presence and a leotard-clad selfie taken in her hotel room prior to the game, Dunne was unable to guarantee a position in the starting lineup against Missouri, which ultimately led to LSU’s tight loss.
Olivia Dunne: What’s wrong with her?
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LSU coach Jay Clark spoke to the media after the game, expressing regret with the result and pointing out the opportunity lost despite the team’s possibility to win up until the last routine. He underlined the necessity of development and the significance of reliable performance, especially when traveling, for a squad hoping to reach its full potential.
Despite having recently posted training videos showing off her skills on the uneven bars and balance beam, Dunne’s specialty is usually the floor exercise. The 21-year-old looked amazing doing flips and twists on the floor in a video that was uploaded on Friday.
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But in an answer to a fan’s comment, she made a remark that raised doubts about her performance by implying that she may have an injury.
Dunne replied with a poignant response to a user’s suggestion that she include a double layout in her routine at the conclusion of the season.
“I just pray my body stays in one piece til the end of szn,” Dunne replied.
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A further degree of worry about Dunne’s physical state is raised by this enigmatic reply.
Going forward, Dunne may get the chance to compete again on February 2 versus Arkansas at LSU’s next gymnastics meet, should her condition allow.
