Suni Lee Opens Up About Incident That Almost Expelled Her From Paris Olympics: 'Nobody Knows'

Suni Lee's journey to the Paris Olympics has been nothing short of extraordinary – a story of resilience, determination and sheer determination. The talented gymnast faced a seemingly insurmountable challenge: battling not one, but two serious kidney diseases that threatened to end her gymnastics career forever. But Lee fought through and didn't let her dreams escape her. Despite all odds, she secured her place in Paris. But even leading up to the Olympic Trials, her journey was full of unexpected challenges.

In an interview with Glamour.com, Lee revealed a tense and pivotal moment that almost derailed her Olympic bid. “No one knows this, but the week before the Olympic Trials I had to get an IV because I had a relapse” Lee shared. The infusion was a turning point. Previously, she was plagued by fatigue that made it almost impossible to train properly. But through sheer determination, she made it to the exams at the end of June, where she not only competed but also secured her place for Paris.