What's Next?! PARIS OLYMPIC UPDATE

It bears repeating that racing at barely 4 months postpartum WHILE breastfeeding AND winning races is truly unfathomable. I don't think people fully grasp the magnitude of this - it's quite literally one of the most incredible athletic accomplishments I've ever seen. Props to you for all that you do, seen and unseen, Gwen. You're inspiring a lot of women, mothers and people across the world.

Last year, an interviewer asked Jan Frodeno if he thinks he’s a champion. Jan said that he believes he’s been a good ambassador for the sport who’s showed integrity and leadership — and that’s what really makes him a champion. By that definition, Gwen far exceeds what it means to be a champion in triathlon. Overlooking her compassion, perseverance, leadership and grit in the selection process is such a loss to this US Olympic team. There’s no one in this sport that I’d rather cheer for than Gwen Jorgensen. Look forward to continuing to follow along with her journey, inside and outside of triathlon.

I have loved watching you return to Triathlon Gwen. I am sorry that you did not make the team. You have shown again what an amazing athlete and person you are. I hope the next phase of this journey is rewarding for you and your family. 🎉

Really glad the Olympic thing is out of the way. Many of us have picked up that you haven't been yourself for a while. Lots of changes in your lives. Thank you for bringing us along. Stay true to you.🎉

oh Gwen you really are such an amazing person and athlete. so proud of you and inspired by you

Sad I won’t get to see you, thanks for the honest update. You’re inspiring young women everywhere, to even have been in the conversation so soon after birth is an accomplishment. Wish you the best ❤

Inspiring to follow Gwen, thanks for sharing.

I'm no pro, but I had my 3rd at 40 and, at 42 now, I'm in the best shape I've ever been in - if anyone can come back, you can 👍

Incredibly inspiring, thank you for sharing your world, life and family on the many videos. Top Notch!

Thank you Gwen for such an open, honest, and intellectual conversation. You are such an inspiration❤ Thank you for sharing your journey

Heartbroken for you over Paris...but confident there's more GO GWEN in our future! Excited to see where the journey will take you and hoping you just might change your mind about the T100 like you did regarding a return to Tri. 😇🤩 Praying for you and your family; God bless, Megan 🙏🙏

You had such a great go at it over such a small amount of time. While Knibb and Spivey were obvious choices, you had a really strong case for the 3rd spot. I think you would have been selected if you competed and finished in the top 3 at Calgiari, so it's a shame you didn't get a shot to prove it.

Gwen you are a champion always and for being so classy in response to a tough situation.

Thanks for sharing your journey with us, very inspiring & amazing!

You are still one of the best❤❤ your return to the sport will be even better 😊😊

You are an inspiration to many regardless! Keep moving forward and look ahead! 🥇

For all the right reasons! Keeping your morals close to your heart. Respect for this couple!

when you said "a mother would understand how hard it has been" ...it made my cry. I am 8m post partum and let me just say. what you tried to do was out of this world hard! breastfeeding, sleepless nights, traveling with a baby, traveling away from your baby. all that is crazy crazy hard. I am so sorry this did not work out

I just want to say you are awesome!!! Such an inspiration and role model as an athlete and human being. I really wish you were selected. But looking forward to watching you in WTCS

Nothing to be ashamed of. You did an amazing job with the deck stacked against you. If it’s anything like ultra trail lotteries, being an alternate isn’t a death sentence. Keep keeping on!