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a gymnast must be at least 15 years old AND turn 16 before the end of the year to be eligible to participate in the Games.

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What age can you participate modern U.S Olympics?

You can participate in the U.S Olympics at the age of 12.


How old do you have to be to enter the Olympics?

The minimum age to participate in the Olympics is 15, and you have to be turning 16 that very year. the minimum age is 13 .but that is very rareYou have to be over 18 to be in the Olympics.


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Can athletes under seventeen participate in the Olympics?

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Can you be 13 to go to the Olympics?

The age minimum requirement for women's gymnastics is that a female must turn 16 by the end of the calendar year if she wants to compete in the Olympics.


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