The Truth About Olympic Gymnast Suni Lee
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- čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
- Sunisa "Suni" Lee has accomplished a lot in her 18 years. The Minnesota native and member of the Hmong community won the all-around gymnastics gold medal at the Tokyo Olympic Games, becoming the first Asian-American woman to do so, and also won the bronze for the uneven bars. Lee's journey to the Olympics began at a very young age, when she joined the Midwest Gymnastics Center at age 6 - a facility she still uses for training. Lee has also had to deal with plenty of ups and downs in her path to Tokyo, including losing family members to COVID-19. This is the truth about Olympic gymnast Suni Lee.
#Olympics #SuniLee #Covid19
Hmong-American pioneer | 0:00
First love | 0:48
Paying the cost | 1:48
Her biggest fan | 2:53
A terrible injury | 3:44
COVID-19's heavy toll | 4:56
Mental toughness | 5:53
Surprised to beat Simone | 7:13
Sunisa and Simone | 8:23
On the uneven bars | 9:07
On to Auburn | 10:16
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Congratulations to Suni Lee for taking home the gold!
Suni is AMAZING, and probably one of my favorite gymnasts, but we need to give some respect to the ones that came before. AMY CHOW is the first ASIAN-AMERICAN woman to bring back gymnastics gold. She is the first Asian-American to take back all-around gold, and the distinction should be made there.
BUT also this is an AMAZING video!!!!
@@jamieku3423 this isn’t about her though….
Ok
Amazing Chinese win the gold for hate master, you don't feel shame after hating Chinese, hypocrite!!!
The fact that she fulfilled her promise to go to that University where the brother of her former coach is coaching, tells a lot about her as a person.
She has integrity and humility.
She knows how to look back to her roots and not take them for granted.
She's been competing at this level for years. It's good to see her being recognized for all the work she has put into her skill. Truly a gold medal olympian.
Suni Lee gave the hmong race the world recognition that we have not had and we are so proud of her. She is a hmong Olympian and she will go down in history as the greatest hmong Olympian ever.
@GodEmbodiment She's the first and she will inspire others to do it too. It's only been a little over 40 years that the Hmong people even heard of the Olympic game so that's why it's a better sweet when one of them actually made it and get gold. Even the most talented don't always get gold all the time and on all of the categories. Yes, she does have room to grow and improve but for her first time and get gold for the All-Around competition that only 5 other US women had won since 1936 that is super awesome.
@GodEmbodiment She is the first and certainly not last; In fact there is Gaohoua Yang from my local town who has been recognized locally as a talented gymnast who place 1st in past competition. Ive met and became acquaintance with Gaohoua’s parents from my children’s school. Perhaps one day Gaohoua would be the next champ (she and my daughter will be Senior from same high school). I know Gaohoua is happy for Sunisa and actively motivated to stay involved in this amazing sport.
@GodEmbodiment You God told you to be a guiding voice for the Hmong?? Your God told you to judge?? I don't think god told you anything......all on your own you're a jerk.
@@loverslanehawj6244 sounds very nice, i hope she achieves great things!
We shouldn’t be looking at her as the greatest. There are other Hmong gymnast we don’t know. She is just lucky to stand out, have connection, etc. Not everyone will make it to the Olympic. Will she be going to Auburn ifnot for her coach connection? Sometimes there are people who are lucky. Since Olympics the most popular sports or area that stand out for USA is gymnastics. When we watched Olympic we are only watching gymnastics just like NBA and NFL.
So happy for Suni to overcome the difficult year and still stay competitive. One of the most humble athletes who is a fantastic role model!
I am glad Sunl Lee won the Gold hope she will be able to help her family and I know she she will l admire her so
A winner to continue.
The hmong people around the world are extremely proud of Sunisa Lee achievements
The US is dependent on immigrants to win. Anglos alone cannot achieve much. Much more respect to countries like China where all their achievements are earned by themselves solely
@@blardymunggas6884 We are built on immigrants. My father was born overseas. That is why I get so confused over the xenophobia some people display over here. So frustrating.
@@dorothygilmartin7770 yepp, US is land of Native americans and built by slaves of african, chinese, japanese, mexicans and many others. Crazy how alot of whites still has racism towards a country built by immigrants. Also immigrants is what makes this country so great. We have the most multi cultural backgrounds in the world. Throughout my school yrs i hve met all kinds of race and ethnicities.
@@droptopp3479 Yess...I teach in a high school of diversity. Love learning about new cultures. Even had a Tibetan-American who was blessed by the Dalai Lama. My grandfather was arrested in Ireland during/right after the Irish Civil War and deported to America. We are all refugees. Love the diversity. Glad you are someone who also appreciates our diversity.
@@dorothygilmartin7770 definitely do appreciate it, i live in california and the food of every ethnicity is great. I also like learning about other cultures
She is amazing! As is her family and community.
HER COMMUNITY CAN'T BE THAT GREAT IF AFTER ALL THESE YEARS SHE IS THE ONLY ONE
@@daalhead1098 yeah? Think you can immigrate to another country with just the shirt on your back and succeed? I bet not.
You got the first one right, but are you sure about the second?
@@aren2naga92 her family support her even after her dad was badly injured, I’m pretty sure her family is an amazing family.
They're a very small community.
In the early 80s, I was in Thailand working with Hmong refugees from Laos and Cambodia. I learned so much from them, and believe I became a better person for it. I used all the salary I received from our sponsor to buy Hmong embroideries and so much more. Watching their care of children, teaching children to watch younger children was really meaningful for me...it was brilliant. The older women who sat closely to each other, continuously embroidering was a lesson in chilling out...and who needs to chill out in the refugee camp more than the health care providers. So, it was a THRILL so see this young girl and her family.
They Helped out American soldiers during the war, then revenge was taken on them after soldiers left...thus the reason to flee...We will take them!!! 💗
@@micheleclark59 Totally agree! I live a long distance away from where they are now.......maybe someday!
@@micheleclark59 While I was still in Thailand, I heard that some of the Hmong were sent to France....can't quite wrap my head around that though.
@@1004katherine one reason is after the war, some Hmong refugees didn’t trust the Americans and went to France. I don’t know how true that is but I heard it from many Hmong elders.
@@helloo5626 Thanks for letting me know!
Where to start.
As a 59 year old man, I've seen the Olympics since.....1972 (Munich) at 10 years old.
So, that's 49 years of observing superior Olympic athletes. Every era has their extraordinary athletes, moments and back stories.
But, Miss Suni Lee has created a completely separate category of excellence. Her level of confidence, skill and execution is off the charts. Even for an Olympian.
She nails ALL of her dismounts dead on. With, pure confidence. And that is not a small word.
I congratulate her family for believing in her dreams as their own. For not hounding her to become just an accountant, a nurse, or even a lawyer. Because it's clear that she has the intelligence and drive to become all three. But, to venture into the unknown. Which requires sheer guts as a family unit. To have the courage to visualize the greatness that her skills would produce on a World Wide stage.
Peace and Blessings to Suni Lee and her family.
why did i bawled my eyes out watching this. she is a gem, i love her fathers endless support
I love stories about a community rallying behind someone and this is one of those stories. Wonderful!! ♥️🇺🇲
Thank you
I love this! I don’t think people truly understand the importance of representation. Imagine growing up having no one who looks like you to look up to. Sunisa is an inspiration to all of us. I can’t wait to see the next generation of Hmong athletes.
_ I'm happy that she accomplished such greatness, but she doesn't have to have some celebrity that looks like her to look up to. She's got dad and those around her that can be her super heroes. Stop looking outside. Look within. I have no idol other than my parents and older siblings. Those around me made me who I am. I'm not rich, famous or adored by the World, but I'm able to rise above the mud because of my family's support and my own motivation. From a refugee family settling down in the hood, to 4 siblings with college degrees and professional careers that allowed us decent homes and ability to travel to any destination around the World yearly. It might be a small thing in the eyes of others, but it's a feat for us that started from nothing. She did the same. She did it through sheer talent and determination. Idols are great, self determination is better.
I'm glad they acknowledged her father as both a fan and strong supporter for her.
Thank you to her parents for believing her. Best part is letting her explore her beliefs and they shared the same dream with her.
Coming from experience as a Hmong person who was born in the 90's, sports was never a favor to be an occupation, and it is rare to even find Hmong families to even support their child in sports to go far(prove me wrong). To see Sunisa is a generation after mine is shocking, and I hope to see my own community grow from this. I hope Hmong Families in this time of age in America will actually support and consider putting their children in some sort of sports IF their child has a realistic goal and a dream to pursue far with it. Whether they choose to or not, or just do it as a hobby, it's still okay and nothing wrong. Sports has and always been a great representation and opportunity.
i think the Gen Z has the potential for more hmong olympians, as for us 90's kids, it is a little too late to be an elite athlete. Really cool to see her make it in the olympics though, ive never heard of her until this yrs olympics. Also even more amazing for her to win Gold and other medals.
@@droptopp3479 Yes, unfortunately it's too late for us. The REAL winner in this video is Sunisa's Father, John Lee. I am happy for her success, but I am more happy and envious of her to have parents that supportive. Hope she goes far, and hoping for more future generations in our Hmong community to take notes and grow from this.
Congratulations to Sunisa Lee! A well deserved Gold Medal Olympian! May God continue to watch over you and bless you.
during the olympic trails , I saw so many people saying suni was gonna surprise us during the olypics, and that they were tired of seeing people underestimate her, I can only imagine how much they screamed when she won
She was only "underestimated" by the liberal fake media news outlets because "she was not a liberal". Despite their liberalism, Suni went on to PROVE them wrong~ Despite all what she was going through she fought on and became "AMERICA'S SHINING STAR" AND RECEIVED THE TOP HONOR BEING "THE WORLD'S TOP GYMNAST IN ALL AROUND"! WE LOVE YOU SUNI LEE!
@@carmenDS1234 did she say she was a conservative? she seems to lean left actually
A wonderful young woman, a great champion, a wonderful family. I hope Mr Lee will recover
She ate and didn’t leave any crumbs. luv you Sunisa Lee, you’re my inspiration!!!!
What u talking about
Is that some kind of analogy or do you mean that literally? Just askin'??
@@peggypeggy4137 it is just a thing ppl say.
@@peggypeggy4137 its like saying a person went for something and did it really well; hence not leaving crumbs. Trust me the lingo has me confused occasionally as well haha
I'm so proud of you, you made America proud of you. Congrats to you sweetie
She only have 1 gold
@@SixySix704 Thank you stating the obvious. She hasn't Gold. How many Gold do you have? You're coming off like a hater.
She has the only one that counts. The all around gold.
@@SixySix704 She's the only one that counts, "The only 1 all around gold."
@@SixySix704 You are a racist because you're Chinese, the way you said here.
Her community helping support her is so heartwarming and shows to power of collective care 😭💝
I’m Filipino living in the UK and I’m proud of her!
We are all asian, all human being, my friend! This good deed reflects on all of us, including you!
She and her family are amazing. Very touching. Respect
Suni is beautiful inside and out, and she is an absolutely amazing athlete. I can't wait to see her progress and wish the best for her and her family. We are all rooting for her dad in his therapy and recovery.
What an accomplishment. We have a large Hmong community in our town in the San Joaquin Valley in California and I am sure there was much cheering and among all who love gymnastics.
A Fantastic athlete, She will never give up or let someone else carry her to victory!
She is amazing and carried herself professionally. True American...we love you Suni 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸
I am so proud of you who dresses in Hmong clothes as a symbol of your traditional culture.
So HAPPY for SUNI! Stepped up and got the job done! Great for the USA and esp Asian Americans! This bullying needs to stop ✋
SUNI LEE YOU ARE THE BEST , YOU ARE THE PURE GOLD MEDEL. WOW. BEAUTIFULL
"It takes a village to raise a child" - True indeed.
So proud of her! First Hmong American Olympian!!!
This story is so touching, it brought tears to my eyes 😭
Congratulations 👏 so proud of you
The sacrifices her family made & the way the whole Hmong community supported her in every way is so heart touching! They were definitely could not financially afford it...but all of them pulling together is why Suni was able to pursue her dream. Their love for each other and their strong family and community support and their sacrifices are so untouchable! And America's shining star...Sunisa Lee....went on to win the ALL AROUND GOLD IN THE OLYMPICS MAKING HISTORY!!!!!! MY LOVE TO SUNISA, ALL HER FAMILY & THE HMONG COMMUNITY! ALL HER HARD WORK, DEDICATION WITH THE LOVING SUPPORT OF ALL HER FAMILY AND ALL THE HMONG COMMUNITY HAS PAID OFF!
she's amazing and inspiring. i wish her all the best with her career/study. i hope to see her again in the next olympics!
as a fellow hmong american and the fact that we have the same last name is so dope. love her!
SUNISA LEE IS AMERICA'S SHINING STAR!
Love seeing new athletes lift themselves into prominence and benefiting their entire family as a result
this is amazing
Great storytelling without bias. This great sister did a fantastic job for her team and for the U.S.A
Очень талантливая гимнастка!
Заслуженно победила на Олимпиаде!
Suni lee is much more than an outstanding gymnast-- she's a hero to her community and an inspiration to minorities and those struggling in America and elsewhere.
what an incredible young woman, I'll be rooting for you from now on Sunisa!!
War Eagle! We are thrilled to have Suni as a part of the Auburn family!
What amazed me is that her coach has a twin brother at Auburn who's going to be her new coach there.
OH, Now I know WHY she chose Auburn!
She’s going to need to take a Year off, not sure she’s realized SHES the Queen 👑 of gymnastics 🤸🏽♂️ and will be in demand! Can help back all the Hmong that helped her I’m Sure!
@@micheleclark59 I was wondering why Auburn
So proud of you! You are a great inspiration, Suni Lee! Keep reaching for the stars!!!
We so proud off you. Your victory will be a open door for hmong people and all Asian in America 🇺🇸. We ready to celebrate your victory when you get back.
Congratulations to you Ms. Sunisa Lee and thank your channel for supporting her.
I'm salute for John Lee too!
That’s a gold medalist dad right there
Wish everyone can have a dad this great!
She is amazing I saw her every performance in Olympics and I was amazed everytime and one more thing she is very beautiful
Very proud of OUR Hmong Champion. Congrats!!!!
Sunisa singly put the Hmong people on the world map! I am so very proud of her and I wish for her to be named Person of the Year by Time Magazine:)
So proud of her, her family and her Hmong from neighbouring friend, Cambodia!
Such an inspiring and incredible person and athlete. Hoping to see her in Paris 2024!!
Congratulation Suni Lee, we are so proud of you , and you are so amazing .
LOVEU SUNIIIII u deserve all the love and support 🤍!!
What a GREAT story about a GREAT person...ALL THE BEST IN THE FUTURE....
the best gymnast in the world. Bravo Sunisa Lee, you deserve it.
Well done Suni! You are the epitome of a true Champion!
Excellent work in the Olympics Suni Lee. Congratulations.
Past experience has helped with gyms being closed. Inspite of this done so well.
Not only the Hmong nations but also the Asian nations are PROUD of you SUNI LEE. Congratulations.🥳🥳🥳 from 🇵🇭
Beautiful motion with Grounded Energy...! She will be with us for a long time.
She is a super star not only for the Hmong community but all Americans.
Many many congratulations to you!
More than fans and supporters I think there family. They were altogether watching her win Gold in all around. Big loving family
I'm so happy and proud of both her parents' love and Sunisa's strength, mentally and physically. Zoo siab heev nawb.
MILLION THUMBS UP Suni Lee!!
What a story! Lovely 🥰
Suni Lee is our new queen of gymnastics!!!!!
Yesssss she's amazing!!!!
What an amazing story and athlete!! Congrats!!!
Suni Lee, you are the best... congrats.
What a great bunch of people to look after each other.
its great how her Dad supported her aspirations while she was a kid. I cant imagine my dad encouraging me backflipping off the bed!
Hahaha yeah right
One can’t help it but fall in love with this exceptional athlete , sinisa Lee is one of my favorate athletes , humble , beautiful , persistent and professional ,
Grading athletes doesn’t depend only on performance but it’s a package of everything
And everything she’s got
Proud USA 🇺🇸 Olympic Champion Suni Lee Pride ASEAN USA 🇺🇸 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games!
Congrates Suni Lee 💪👍👊🤸♂️🤸♂️🤸♂️🤸♂️🤸♀️🤸♀️🤸♀️🤸♀️🥇🥇🥇🏆💥✨
Brava!! 👏🏿👏🏿 well done Sunisa!
Thank you to her coach for waiving her gym fee so she could shine 😭😭😭😭
so proud of her for being the first Hmong American Olympian
That's really awesome
Hello ! From France support sunisa lee, thank you USA
Congratulations to every Olympian. I’m excited to welcome Jade to the PAC 12. Representing Hmong Americans is a noble cause and I am grateful to Sunisa and those in her corner.
Thank you, Sunisa Lee!!!
Ms Sunisa Lee represents US and wins All-Around competition gymnastics US women’s Team and makes the Hmong famous around the world. Thanks Sunisa Lee, Congrats and I am so proud of your accomplishment!
Hmong peoples be proud of you for your gymnastics team winning the world Olympic. Great for your country USA.
Amazing athlete. Amazing human being.
A Star is born !
.Steven
Her Dad sacrifices his life for her, and she doesn’t make him disappointed. Hope him recover well, very emotional story.
I wasn't aware of her until the Olympics and I wasn't aware until after that she is from my neighborhood. Greater East Side of St Paul. Congrats Sunisa Lee.
Amazing well done you a star
Proud of her.
Sunisa is Incredible !! I can’t even do a back flip lol
Great Woman. Solid family💪💪💪🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
BEAUTIFUL!
Congrats Suni!
Love suni ♥️♥️