Brody Malone made a promise—to gymnastics, to his personal life, and to himself—and by the end of May this year, he delivered. No, it wasn’t about winning a new title or pulling off some insane routine. It was something a little more personal—and a lot more meaningful. On his wedding day, Brody rocked something special: the championship belt buckle he earned at the Xfinity US Championships. Yep, right there with his suit, as he stood at the altar with his bride, Serena, he brought a piece of the gymnastics world with him. It was more than just a fashion choice—it was a symbol of the sport that’s shaped him, worn proudly as he promised a lifetime to someone he loves. He had always said that after the Paris Olympics, he’d be ready to turn the page—to start the next chapter of life. And that day in May, he did just that. But then, not long after Paris, Brody made another decision…
At the Paris Olympics, Brody Malone and Team USA made history—grabbing bronze in the men’s team event. It was the first time since the 2008 Beijing Games that the U.S. men stood on the team podium, and for Brody, it felt like the ultimate reward. Just a year earlier, he was fighting his way back from a brutal injury. Getting back on the mat wasn’t easy—but he did it. And that medal in Paris? It felt like the perfect ending. Honestly, Brody thought it would be the end. He was ready to hang it up, walk away from gymnastics with a medal around his neck and a proud heart. But here’s the twist—he didn’t. Not only did Brody decide to stick around, but he’s come back with something new up his sleeve. Just when fans thought he might be done, he’s returned with a surprise—and it’s one you won’t want to miss.
In a recent interaction with Neutral Deductions, Brody Malone got real about what went down behind the scenes. “I kind of just looked back and, you know, thought maybe there’s a little bit more that I can give to it,” he said. “So it was definitely a hard decision, but you know, I definitely wanted to take this year.” Truth is, Brody already had his retirement mapped out. The plan was in place, the chapter was closing… until it wasn’t. After a lot of deep talks with his family—and with some serious help from Serena—he made a call to move things around. The wedding came earlier than expected, all so he could give gymnastics one more shot. He let his body rest, took the time he needed, and then got back in the gym. It definitely couldn’t have been all smooth sailing. The comeback road was rough. But Brody pushed through—and now, he’s back. And not just back—he’s brought a surprise with him.
Brody Malone competes during the final day of men’s competition in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for gymnastics in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S., June 26, 2021. REUTERS/Lindsey Wasson
Brody Malone is officially back in the mix—he’s entered the 2025 Xfinity US Gymnastics Championships. Last year, he walked away with the all-around title, and yep, he’s coming for it again this year. But this time, it’s more than just defending a title. A win could punch his ticket to the Jakarta World Artistic Gymnastics Championships as part of Team USA. Still, Brody’s not just banking on a regular win to get there. He’s added a brand-new routine to his arsenal—one that could lock him in with an automatic selection. So, while everyone else is grinding for a spot, Brody’s aiming to skip the line with a surprise move of his own.
During the chat, 25-year-old Brody Malone dropped a little teaser—he’s been working on a brand-new high bar routine. “The high bar routine is still under the wrap. So, [I] can’t talk about the full thing yet,” he said, keeping it mysterious. But the host let slip something big: the routine could score a 6.5. That’s a monster number—good enough to potentially fast-track Brody straight onto the Jakarta Worlds team without needing to go through all the usual hoops. And that’s not all—there’s even more good news coming his way.
Brody Malone has been made the ambassador
On July 31, GK Elite made it Instagram official—Brody Malone is now a Team GK athlete! “As one of the most resilient gymnasts, we couldn’t be more excited to see him continuing his journey for the love of the sport and welcome him to our roster of ambassadors!” the post read—and honestly, it’s a well-deserved win for Brody. While he’s adding another accolade to his already stacked year, his teammate Stephen is still waiting for that kind of spotlight. No ambassador deal yet… but hey, in this sport, things can change fast.
Credit: Instagram/ Brody Malone
Let’s not forget—Brody’s résumé speaks volumes: two NCAA All-Around titles, a World Championship medal, and back-to-back Olympic team appearances. Now, with GK Elite backing him and a comeback in full swing, he’s not just back, he’s looking to stick that landing!
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