Jordan Chiles and the UCLA gymnastics team finished third at the NCAA Championships with a score of 197.275, missing out on the finals.
What happened?
The Bruins had a disappointing start, with Chiles falling off the uneven bars early in her routine, setting an ominous tone for the team.
Chiles, a two-time college champion in the uneven bars, was able to bounce back with a nearly flawless routine on the balance beam, scoring 9.95.
Why it matters for Jordan Chiles
The loss was a tough pill to swallow for Chiles, who had been determined to make up for her early mistake and lead her team to victory.
Despite the setback, Chiles performed well on the floor exercise, earning a 9.975 and winning the NCAA individual championship.
What comes next?
The Bruins' season came to an end, but Chiles' individual championship was a highlight of the meet.
UCLA coach Janelle McDonald praised her team's fighting spirit, saying they "really turned the page" after a disappointing start.
Chiles' teammate, Ashlee Sullivan, also performed well, scoring 9.9375 on the floor exercise.
The Golden Gophers, who finished second, will join Oklahoma, LSU, and Florida in the championship round on Saturday.
Chiles told the Daily Bruin she was "a hundred percent" disappointed, but proud of her team's effort.
The Bruins' score of 197.275 was just 0.1875 points behind the Golden Gophers, who scored 197.4625.