LSU gymnast Aleah Finnegan has 'no regrets' following Olympic debut

Aleah Finnegan’s dreams came true this week in Paris as the LSU gymnast made her Olympic debut at 21 years old, representing the Philippines as an individual.

Though things didn’t exactly go as she hoped as she failed to qualify for the women’s all-around final with a finish of 32nd in the qualifying event on Sunday, she said she’s proud of what she accomplished and to have been able to represent the Philippines, according to One Sports.

“We finished all the way through and on the back side, being really proud of myself for how I did today. But on the other side, a little disappointment in myself because I know what I’m capable of,” Finnegans said. “No matter what, I’m walking here with my head held high; I have no regrets, and I’m just proud to represent the Philippines on the stage.”

Finnegan is a rising senior at LSU and played a major role in leading the program to its first national title this past spring. As she returns for her final year fresh off an Olympics appearance, she’ll look to help the Tigers defend that crown.

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