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Paul Wojciech Juda (/ˈdʒuːdə/ JOO-də; born July 7, 2001)[1] is an American retired artistic gymnast. He is a member of the United States men's national artistic gymnastics team. He was a member of the bronze medal-winning team at the 2023 World Championships and the bronze medal-winning team at the 2024 Olympic Games. He was also a two-time silver medalist at the 2021 Pan American Championships. In NCAA Gymnastics, he competed for the Michigan Wolverines, where he won six Big Ten titles (two individual and four team) and nine NCAA championships (six individual and three team).

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Early life and education

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Juda was born in Des Plaines, Illinois, to Ewa Bacher and Jozef Juda, both Polish immigrants. He has two older siblings.[2] He attended Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, before enrolling at the University of Michigan to pursue gymnastics.[3] He earned a bachelor's degree in psychology in 2023 and later enrolled as a graduate student at Michigan's Rackham Graduate School studying real estate development.[4]

Gymnastics career

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Junior

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2016–17

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Juda competed at the 2016 Junior Olympic National Championships, where he won gold in the floor exercise and silver in parallel bars and horizontal bar.[5] In May 2017, he competed at the 2017 Junior Olympic National Championships where he won gold in the all-around. In August 2017, he competed at the 2017 U.S. National Gymnastics Championships in the junior division, where he won a silver medal in the all-around and on still rings and parallel bars.[6]

2018–19

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He competed at the 2018 Winter Cup in the junior division. He won gold on floor exercise and silver on still rings and parallel bars. In August 2018, he competed at the 2018 U.S. National Gymnastics Championships at the junior division, where he won gold on still rings, sixth on pommel horse, and sixth on floor exercise.[7] In August 2019, he competed at the 2019 U.S. National Gymnastics Championships, where he won bronze on horizontal bar, and compiled a score of 159.850 to place 13th.[8] Following his performance at the competition, he was named to the United States men's national junior gymnastics team.[9]

Senior

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2020

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In February 2020, Juda competed at the 2020 Winter Cup, where he won bronze on horizontal bars, tied for fifth on floor exercise, and eighth in all-around (81.650).[10] Following his outstanding performance at the Winter Cup, he was named to the United States men's national gymnastics team. At 19 years old, he became the national team's youngest member.[11][12]

In November 2020, he competed at the 2020 Friendship and Solidarity Competition where he won a gold medal with Team Solidarity.[13] On individual events, he scored a 14.40 on vault, a 13.80 on floor exercise, a 13.40 on pommel horse, a 13.00 on still rings, a 13.20 on parallel bars and an 11.50 on horizontal bar. The event served as Juda's first senior-level international competition.[14]

Juda began competing for the Michigan Wolverines men's gymnastics team in 2020. During a season that was shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he was named Big Ten Gymnast of the Week once, Big Ten Freshman of the Week twice, and CGA Gymnast of the Week and CGA Gymnast Freshman of the Week once.[15] He recorded a 15.000 on horizontal bar for his season high, the third-highest score in the NCAA. He captured eight individual event titles, including three on the horizontal bar, and earned CGA All-America honors on the horizontal bar after leading the nation with an average score of 14.083. He finished the season ranked No. 6 in the NCAA in the all-around, averaging a 79.750 score.[16] Following the season, he was named Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Year.[17]

2021

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In February 2021, he competed at the 2021 Winter Cup, where he finished fourth on parallel bars with a score of 13.900, and sixth in the all-around with a score of 79.850.[18][19]

During the 2021 NCAA season, he captured thirteen event titles and was the top-ranked all-around gymnast in the country, with a national qualifying average of 86.167. He was also ranked No. 1 nationally on horizontal bar (14.367), No. 1 in the Big Ten on parallel bars (14.617), and second in the league on floor exercise (14.533), still rings (14.300), and pommel horse (14.250). He helped Michigan advance to the 2021 NCAA Men's Gymnastics Championship, where he won silver on the pommel horse and helped the team win bronze.[20] Following the season, he was named Big Ten Conference Gymnast of the Year and CGA National MVP.[21][22]

In June 2021, he competed at the 2021 Pan American Gymnastics Championships and won silver in the all-around with a score of 83.000.[23][24][25] As a result, he qualified to compete at the Olympic Trials.[26]

2022

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In March 2022, Juda competed at the Cairo World Cup, where he won silver on the floor exercise and horizontal bar.[27]

During the 2022 NCAA season, he won eleven event titles and was named Big Ten Gymnast of the Week twice. He led the conference on parallel bars (14.080 average, 14.800 high score) and horizontal bar (14.258 average, 14.500 high score). His season-best all-around score of 86.100 was the top score of any Big Ten all-arounder. Following the season, he was again named Big Ten Gymnast of the Year, joining Sam Mikulak as the only Michigan gymnast to win the award multiple times.[28] During the 2022 Big Ten Tournament Championship, he won the all-around competition with a cumulative score of 85.350.[29] He won a title on horizontal bar, scoring a 14.500. The horizontal bar win by Juda was the 15th in program history and the first since Sam Mikulak in 2013. He was also named Big Ten Gymnast of the Championships.[30]

During the 2022 NCAA men's gymnastics championship, Juda won the all-around with an 85.298, and vault individual titles, and helped Michigan place third in the team competition with a season-best 414.490. He also placed second on the horizontal bar, fourth on parallel bars, and eighth on both floor exercise and still rings. He tied Mikulak's modern-era school record of six All-America honors.[31]

2023

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Juda missed the 2023 season due to injury. On April 13, 2023, he was named the Nissen-Emery Award winner.[32]

Juda returned to competition in August at the Core Hydration Classic. He placed third in the all-around behind Asher Hong and Khoi Young. Additionally he placed third on vault and horizontal bar.[33] He next competed at the Xfinity National Championships where he placed sixth in the all-around but won the national title on floor exercise.[34] The following day he was named to the team to compete at the upcoming World Championships alongside Asher Hong, Khoi Young, Yul Moldauer, Fred Richard, and alternate Colt Walker.[35]

At the World Championships, Juda helped the USA qualify to the team final in second place. Individually, he qualified for the vault and horizontal bar finals. During the team final, he contributed scores on rings, vault, and horizontal bar toward the USA's third-place finish. In doing so, he helped the USA win their first team medal in nine years.[36]

2024

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During the 2024 NCAA men's gymnastics championship, Juda won the floor individual title with a score of 14.800 and placed second on vault with a score of 15.133. He helped Michigan finish as runner-up in the team competition. This was Michigan's first floor title since Brian Winkler in 1992.[37]

In June, Juda competed at the U.S. Olympic Trials, where he placed fourth in the all-around with a score of 168.850. He also placed second on floor (28.850), third on pommel horse (28.300), fifth on horizontal bar (27.250), sixth on still rings (27.650), and thirteenth on parallel bars (27.900).[38][39] On June 29, he was named to the U.S. Olympic Team to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games alongside Fred Richard, Brody Malone, Asher Hong, and Stephen Nedoroscik.[40]

During qualification at the Olympic Games, Juda qualified for the individual all-around final in 13th place. He competed in the lead-off spot for Team USA in five of the six events.[41][42] In the team final, he competed on floor exercise, pommel horse, vault, and horizontal bar, contributing to the first Olympic team medal won by the men's team in sixteen years.[43]

Following the Olympics, Juda returned to Michigan, helping lead the team to a national title.[44]

2025

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During the 2025 NCAA men's gymnastics championship, Juda won the parallel bars individual title with a season-high score of 14.200, and placed second in the all-around with a score of 82.164. He helped Michigan win its seventh NCAA men's gymnastics championships title.[45]

On August 9, 2025, Juda announced his retirement at the 2025 U.S. National Gymnastics Championships.[46][47]

Personal life

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Following the 2024 Summer Olympics, Juda became the chief revenue and brand officer at GymnastX, a gymnastics apparel company.[48] On April 19, 2025, Juda proposed to his girlfriend Reyna Guggino after winning the 2025 NCAA men's gymnastics championship.[49]

Competitive history

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Competitive history of Paul Juda at the junior level
Year Event Team AA FX PH SR VT PB HB
2016 J.O. National Championships (JE14) 5 1st place, gold medalist(s) 24 11 5 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 2nd place, silver medalist(s)
2017 J.O. National Championships (JE15) 1st place, gold medalist(s) 1st place, gold medalist(s) 7 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 10 1st place, gold medalist(s)
U.S. National Championships 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 4 19 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 11 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 2nd place, silver medalist(s)
2018 U.S. National Championships 16 6 6 1st place, gold medalist(s) 24 25 21
Winter Cup 4 1st place, gold medalist(s) 14 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 11
Competitive history of Paul Juda at the senior level
Year Event Team AA FX PH SR VT PB HB
2019 U.S. National Championships 12 14 16 12 16 14 3rd place, bronze medalist(s)
2020 Winter Cup 8 12 27 15 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 17 4
Friendship & Solidarity Meet 1st place, gold medalist(s)
2021 Winter Cup 6 12 14 8 19 4 12
NCAA Championships 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 6 23 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 19 11 31 40
Pan American Championships 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 2nd place, silver medalist(s)
Olympic Trials 8 6 7 9 13 6 10
2022 Cairo World Cup 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 4 6 2nd place, silver medalist(s)
NCAA Championships 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 1st place, gold medalist(s) 8 17 8 1st place, gold medalist(s) 4 2nd place, silver medalist(s)
2023 U.S. Classic 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 12 18 10 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 12 3rd place, bronze medalist(s)
U.S. National Championships 6 1st place, gold medalist(s) 7 10 23 6
World Championships 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 5 5
2024 NCAA Championships 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 4 1st place, gold medalist(s) 37 6 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 10 34
U.S. National Championships 6 5 6 9 13 14
Olympic Trials 4 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 6 4 13 5
Olympic Games 3rd place, bronze medalist(s) 14
2025 Big Ten Championships 1st place, gold medalist(s) 5 7 5 10
NCAA Championships 1st place, gold medalist(s) 2nd place, silver medalist(s) 6 32 13 22 1st place, gold medalist(s) 6

Awards and honors

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Year Award
2020 Big Ten Freshman of the Year
2021 Big Ten Gymnast of the Year
2022 Big Ten Gymnast of the Year
2023 Nissen-Emery Award
2025 National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame-Excellence in Sports Award

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Paul Juda (born July 7, 2001) is an American retired artistic gymnast who represented the United States national team and the University of Michigan Wolverines, achieving Olympic and World Championship medals alongside multiple NCAA titles in events like floor exercise, parallel bars, and all-around. Known for his versatility and consistency, Juda specialized in apparatus such as floor, vault, and high bar, earning the prestigious Nissen-Emery Award as the top senior collegiate gymnast in 2023. His career highlighted a blend of elite international competition and collegiate dominance, culminating in his retirement from elite gymnastics in August 2025. Raised in , as the son of Ewa Bacher and Jozef Juda, with siblings Kasia and Michal, Juda began training in in 2007 at age six and attended Adlai E. Stevenson High School before enrolling at the , where he earned a in . Under coaches including Yuan Xiao at the national level and Jordan Gaarenstroom and Juha Tanskanen at Michigan, he quickly rose through junior ranks, securing a on high bar at the 2019 U.S. Championships. Transitioning to senior elite competition, Juda won the floor exercise title at the 2023 U.S. Championships, solidifying his spot on the national team. At the collegiate level with from 2021 to 2025, Juda amassed an impressive record, including the 2022 NCAA all-around and vault championships, the 2024 exercise title with silver medals in team and vault, and in 2025, a championship, all-around silver, and a decisive performance that clinched the team national title for the Wolverines. His contributions helped elevate 's program, blending high scores in multiple events to become one of the most decorated gymnasts in Big Ten and NCAA during his tenure. On the international stage, Juda debuted at the senior World Championships in 2023, contributing to the U.S. team's and qualifying for finals on vault and high bar. He carried that momentum to the 2024 Paris Olympics, where he helped secure the team —the first U.S. men's since 2012—and placed 14th in the individual all-around final. Following his Olympic success, Juda proposed to his girlfriend, fellow Reyna Guggino, immediately after Michigan's 2025 NCAA team victory on April 19, 2025. Juda announced his retirement from elite on August 10, 2025, during the broadcast of the U.S. Championships, reflecting on a career that spanned junior successes, collegiate stardom, and Olympic achievement while expressing readiness for new pursuits beyond the sport.

Early life and education

Upbringing and family

Paul Juda was born on July 7, 2001, in , to Polish immigrant parents Ewa Bacher and Jozef Juda. His father, Jozef, left a small farm in southern in the 1980s for better opportunities in , where he worked as a certified , while his mother, Ewa, arrived later without knowledge of English and initially took a job as a nanny in before joining the family in . The Juda family maintained strong ties to their Polish heritage, with the parents instilling values of and amid the sacrifices of for a brighter future. As first-generation Americans, they prioritized hard work and opportunity, a mindset that empowered Juda, who has reflected on his parents' "most difficult decision ever" as a source of motivation. He grew up with two older siblings, brother Michal (born in , who earned a PhD in Cell and from UCLA in 2024) and sister Kasia (born in the United States and studying nursing), both of whom briefly tried but focused elsewhere while actively supporting the family's extracurricular pursuits by driving him to activities. In his early years, Juda was exposed to various sports, including soccer and , reflecting the family's encouragement of to channel his energy before he settled on at age six in 2007. This supportive environment, marked by collective family involvement, laid the foundation for his athletic development.

Introduction to gymnastics and early training

Paul Juda discovered at the age of six in 2007 in his hometown of , after being inspired by watching the on television. The performances of elite athletes, particularly Japanese gymnast Kohei Uchimura during the 2012 London Olympics, captivated him and sparked a desire to pursue the sport competitively. Soon after, Juda joined the Buffalo Grove Gymnastics Center, where he began his foundational training in men's under coaches Leo Krivitsky and Yevhen Vovkiv, who played a pivotal role in his development. His early regimen involved intensive daily sessions lasting about four hours, six days a week, focusing on building core strength and mastering basic apparatus skills such as vaults, swings on the bars, and floor exercises. This structured routine, supported by his family's encouragement rooted in their immigrant background, helped instill discipline and a strong from the outset. As he progressed in his early years, Juda participated in local and regional competitions to hone his techniques and build confidence. A key motivational tool during this period was his "dream ," on which he listed ambitious goals like becoming an Olympian, serving as a daily visual reminder to push through challenges and maintain focus up to age 12.

Academic pursuits

Paul Juda attended Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois, where he graduated in 2019. The demands of his elite gymnastics training during high school limited his social interactions, as he often prioritized long hours at the gym over typical extracurricular activities with peers. In the fall of 2019, Juda enrolled at the , where he pursued a in , completing the degree in 2023. Balancing his intensive NCAA schedule with coursework presented ongoing challenges, particularly during the when he relied on virtual classes to maintain progress toward a certification in sales and marketing from the . His academic dedication earned him multiple honors, including Academic All-Big Ten selections in 2022, 2023, and 2024; the College Association All-American Scholar-Athlete First Team award in 2022; and the College Sports Information Directors of America Academic All-American Second Team recognition in 2023. Following his undergraduate studies, Juda continued at the as a graduate student in the Rackham Graduate School, earning a in and completing a Master of Accounting in 2025. This educational path complemented his collegiate achievements, allowing him to integrate academic rigor with athletic competition through the NCAA framework.

Gymnastics career

Junior career (2016–2019)

Paul Juda began his junior elite gymnastics career in 2016, competing in the under-14 division at the Men's Junior Olympic National Championships in Battle Creek, Michigan, where he tied for first on floor exercise, placed second on parallel bars and horizontal bar, and tied for fifth in the all-around and on vault. His strong performance earned him a spot on the U.S. junior national team. In , Juda advanced to the 15-16 age group, winning the all-around title at the Men's Junior Olympic National Championships in . At the U.S. National Championships (P&G Championships) in , he tied for second in the all-around and earned silver medals on still rings and , along with bronze on vault and . That year marked his international debut, as he contributed to the U.S. team's gold at the International Cup in , where he also won individual golds on floor exercise, vault, and . At the RD761 International Junior Team Cup in , he secured golds on floor and vault while helping the team earn bronze. Juda continued his development in 2018, training at Buffalo Grove Gymnastics Center in under coach Yuan Xiao, which supported his progression to more advanced routines across apparatus. At the Winter Cup Challenge in , he won gold on floor exercise and placed second on still rings and . Later that year, at the U.S. National Gymnastics Championships in , he earned silver on still rings and finished in the top ten in the all-around. He also represented the U.S. at the Elite Team Cup in . During the 2019 season, Juda competed in the junior division at the National Qualifier in , placing fifth on floor exercise and tying for sixth on . At the U.S. National Gymnastics Championships in , he won bronze on , concluding his junior elite career with consistent contributions to the national team.

Senior debut and challenges (2020–2021)

Paul Juda transitioned to senior-level in early 2020, making his debut at the Winter Cup Challenge in , where he placed eighth in the all-around, earning him a spot on the U.S. senior national team at age 18. This achievement built on his strong junior career, positioning him for international opportunities. However, the disrupted his momentum, postponing key events like the Pan American Championships and Olympic qualifying competitions that were scheduled for later in the year. During the lockdown, Juda adapted to virtual training, participating in Zoom-hosted home workouts focused on conditioning and cardio, while emphasizing mental preparation and recovery to maintain his skills without access to full gym facilities. He also managed recovery from a minor shoulder injury—a torn labrum that did not require surgery—allowing him to rebuild strength at home. This period tested his resilience, as he viewed the extra time as an opportunity for development rather than setback. Juda returned to competition in 2021 at the Winter in , finishing sixth in the all-around with a score of 79.850, demonstrating improved consistency across events. He continued adapting to senior routines by upgrading elements on floor exercise and still rings, among others, to meet the increased difficulty demands. Later that year, at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in , he placed eighth in the all-around with 163.932 points, securing his continued role on the senior national team while serving as an alternate for major international assignments. These performances highlighted his breakthrough amid ongoing challenges, including the lingering effects of the pandemic on competition schedules.

Rise to prominence (2022–2023)

In 2022, Paul Juda made a strong NCAA debut for the , competing in his junior season and earning six honors across the all-around, floor exercise, , still rings, vault, and high bar. At the NCAA Championships in , he clinched the all-around title with a score of 85.298, highlighted by a perfect 15.000 on vault that secured the victory over defending champion . Juda also captured the Big Ten all-around title earlier that year with an 85.350, along with individual event wins on floor exercise (14.800), still rings (14.300), and vault (14.800), demonstrating his versatility despite building on resilience from prior injury setbacks. His elite performances earned him a spot as alternate for the U.S. team at the 2022 World Championships, reflecting his rising national profile. That summer, Juda secured his first senior international medals at the Apparatus World Cup in , placing second on floor exercise (14.333) and high bar (13.933). These results underscored his strengths on apparatus requiring power and precision, such as where he achieved a fourth-place finish at the NCAA Championships, contributing to Michigan's team effort under coach Yuan Xiao. Entering 2023, Juda faced an ankle injury in that sidelined him for most of the NCAA season, limiting his collegiate competitions while he focused on recovery and elite preparation. Despite this, he returned strongly at the U.S. Championships, winning the exercise title and placing sixth all-around, seventh on , and sixth on high bar, with notable scores including 14.800 on . His consistency on and during training helped maintain form, balancing Michigan's rigorous program with U.S. national team commitments. Juda's breakthrough came at the 2023 World Championships in , where he was selected for the U.S. team and contributed key routines to secure the —the first for the U.S. men since 2014—with a team score of 252.428. He advanced to the vault final (fifth place, 14.550) and high bar final (fifth place), showcasing upgraded elements on and in qualifications that bolstered the team's success. This international podium marked a pivotal step in his ascent, honed through dual training at under coach Yuan Xiao and elite camps.

Olympic success and NCAA dominance (2024)

At the 2024 U.S. Olympic Trials held in , Paul Juda delivered a consistent performance across both days of competition, culminating in a fourth-place finish in the all-around with a total score of 168.850. His scores included 14.600 on floor exercise, 14.200 on , 13.800 on still rings, 13.450 on vault, 14.050 on , and 14.050 on , securing his spot on the U.S. men's team for the Paris Olympics for the first time in his career. This achievement marked a pivotal moment, as Juda's steady execution under pressure helped solidify the team's lineup alongside teammates like Frederick Richard and . In Paris, Juda contributed significantly to the U.S. team's in the men's team final on July 29, the first U.S. men's Olympic team medal since the 2012 silver, with the squad posting a total of 257.430. During qualifying on July 27, he anchored several rotations, including a strong 13.600 on that set a positive tone for the team despite falls by others, and finished 13th in the all-around with 82.865 to advance to the individual final. In the team final, Juda competed on (14.200), vault (14.366), and (13.633), providing reliable scores that helped maintain the U.S. position ahead of for . He also competed in the all-around final on July 31, placing 14th with 82.197 after hitting all six routines without major errors, highlighted by improved execution on (13.800), rings (13.533), and (13.833). These performances underscored Juda's growth from prior international assignments, such as the 2022 World Championships, where he aided the U.S. effort. Transitioning to the collegiate season, Juda anchored the Wolverines to a silver medal finish at the 2024 NCAA Championships in , on April 20, with the team scoring 410.357, just behind Stanford's 411.680. Individually, he claimed the national floor exercise title with a 14.800, executing a high-difficulty routine featuring a 5.8 start value that included powerful tumbling passes like a triple back somersault. Juda also earned silver on vault (14.733) and contributed key scores throughout the meet, earning four honors. His efforts exemplified Michigan's depth, as he and teammate Frederick Richard combined for multiple finishes, bolstering the program's consistent contention for titles. Following the Olympics, Juda reflected on his "dream whiteboard"—a personal goal-setting tool in his apartment listing ambitions like becoming an Olympian—which he had nearly erased during earlier setbacks but ultimately realized through the bronze medal and all-around final appearance. Media coverage highlighted his composure in high-stakes moments, such as the team final's pressure-packed atmosphere, and his role in inspiring younger gymnasts, with outlets praising his vault and contributions as pivotal to the U.S. medal breakthrough. Juda described the experience as "a 12 out of 10," emphasizing the fulfillment of long-held aspirations while balancing it with his ongoing NCAA commitments.

Final season and retirement (2025)

In the 2025 NCAA Men's Gymnastics Championships held on April 19 at the in , Paul Juda contributed significantly to the Wolverines' seventh national team title, scoring a team-high on vault with 13.966 to clinch the victory over Stanford by a margin of 0.737 points. He also secured the individual gold with a score of 14.200 and earned all-around silver, finishing second to teammate with a total of 84.565. Later that spring, Juda was honored as the Saturday for the 2025 Chevrolet on May 31, where he delivered the "Drivers, start your engines" command before the Chevrolet Classic and participated in pre- and post-race ceremonies alongside his fiancée. He expressed enthusiasm for the role, noting, "I’m truly honored to be part of such a great event here in the area... I’m excited to see everyone there." Juda did not compete at the 2025 Xfinity U.S. Championships but announced his from elite during the broadcast of the men's event on August 10 in , citing his readiness to pursue new opportunities beyond the sport. In reflections on his career, he described it as "the journey of a lifetime" filled with "no regrets" and "full of joy," emphasizing the profound personal growth it brought while thanking for "the best, best, best years of my life." Regarding injury management, Juda credited his longevity to a proactive approach developed over years of setbacks, including adapting to prioritize recovery and mental resilience. His departure was described as a "massive blow" to the U.S. men's team, particularly given his status as an Olympic medalist and key contributor to the 2024 Paris , leaving a void in experience and versatility as most Paris teammates continued competing. This , achieved as part of the team final, underscored the high note on which Juda chose to end his competitive career.

Personal life

Relationships and engagement

Paul Juda has been in a long-term relationship with Reyna Guggino, a fellow artistic gymnast and member of the women's gymnastics team, since September 2020. The couple met in 2020 during Guggino's freshman year at , where both were immersed in the university's programs, fostering a connection through their shared athletic environment. Often referred to as the "Royal Couple" of due to their accomplishments and partnership, they have supported each other's careers while balancing their competitive demands. On April 19, 2025, shortly after helping lead to the NCAA men's national championship, Juda proposed to Guggino at in Ann Arbor, an event that symbolized a joyful personal milestone amid the conclusion of his elite career. Guggino accepted, and the moment was celebrated publicly, highlighting the couple's enduring bond. Throughout Juda's 2024 Olympic journey, Guggino provided essential emotional support, including a "stern" pep talk that helped him refocus and contribute to the U.S. team's in the team all-around competition; she traveled to with his family to cheer him on during the Games. As Juda contemplated earlier that year, he confided in Guggino about his plans, drawing strength from their mutual understanding of the sport's rigors. As competitive gymnasts, Juda and Guggino share a deep interest in fitness and training, which has been central to their relationship and daily lives. Their partnership has also included shared experiences like international travel for competitions, such as the 2024 Olympics. Juda, who takes pride in his Polish heritage—stemming from his parents' immigration from —has introduced Guggino to cultural aspects of his background, including attending events celebrating Polish-American achievements together.

Interests and post-gymnastics ventures

Beyond his athletic achievements, Paul Juda has demonstrated a strong passion for , particularly its applications in and strategy. Holding a in from the , Juda has collaborated with sports psychologists to develop mental skills for high-pressure competitions, emphasizing preparation and on-demand execution. This interest extends to contexts, where he pursues certifications in sales and marketing through the and explores , viewing insights as key to entrepreneurial success. In 2024, Juda launched into as and Chief Brand Officer for GymnastX, a company specializing in performance accessories like X Bands designed for . Following his retirement from elite in August 2025, he has expanded his role, focusing on promoting the to support small and his while aiming to "do good" through ventures. His hobbies include summer outings and reading about deals and strategies, which align with his brainstorming sessions on dominating the world. Juda actively mentors young athletes, serving as a special guest at the 2025 USA Gymnastics Men's Future Stars Camp for ages 10-12 and sharing guidance during public talks on the Gold Over America Tour, where he emphasizes life success beyond sports for kids and parents. He frequently engages in on goal-setting, drawing from his personal practice of maintaining a dream-filled that visualized Olympic success and motivated his career. These engagements often highlight resilience and mindset, inspired by his Olympic bronze medal experience. His commitment to is evident in , where he volunteered regularly at the Cass Community Center during his senior year at , finding the experience grounding amid personal challenges like injury recovery. In 2025, Juda served as for the Chevrolet , participating in pre-race ceremonies, fan interactions, and the "Drivers, Start Your Engines" command to celebrate local sports culture. Looking ahead to 2026, Juda plans to continue graduate studies at the University of Michigan's Rackham Graduate School, pursuing a certificate in to build on his academic foundation in and . Motivated by his Olympic journey, he expresses interest in giving back to through mentoring and potential roles that leverage his experiences, though he prioritizes entrepreneurial pursuits.

Accomplishments

Competitive history

YearEventLocationResults
2016Men's Junior Olympic National ChampionshipsBattle Creek, MI1st – Floor Exercise; 2nd –
2017Men's Junior Olympic National ChampionshipsKissimmee, FL1st – All-Around (Junior Elite 15-16)
2018Winter Cup Challenge (Junior Division), NV1st – Exercise; 2nd – Still Rings; 2nd –
2018U.S. Championships (Junior)Boston, MA2nd – Still Rings; 5th – ; 8th – Exercise; 10th – All-Around (tie)
2019U.S. ChampionshipsKansas City, MO3rd – High Bar
2020Winter Cup, NV3rd – High Bar
2021NCAA Championships, MN2nd – ; 3rd – Team
2021Pan American ChampionshipsRio de Janeiro, 2nd – All-Around; 2nd – Team
2022NCAA ChampionshipsNorman, 1st – All-Around; 1st – Vault; 2nd – High Bar; 3rd – Team
2023U.S. ChampionshipsSan Jose, CA1st – Exercise
2023World Championships, 3rd – Team; 5th – Vault; 5th – High Bar
2023NCAA Championships(Did not compete due to ankle injury sustained in January 2023)Withdrew
2024NCAA ChampionshipsColumbus, OH1st – Exercise; 2nd – Team; 2nd – Vault
2024U.S. Olympic Team Trials, MN2nd – Exercise; 4th – All-Around
2024Olympic Games, 3rd – Team; 14th – All-Around
2025NCAA ChampionshipsAnn Arbor, MI1st – Team; 1st – ; 2nd – All-Around

Awards and honors

Paul Juda's international accolades include a bronze medal as a member of the team at the in , marking the first Olympic team medal for U.S. men's since 2008. He also contributed to the U.S. team's at the in , . At the collegiate level, Juda earned multiple NCAA titles during his tenure with the Wolverines. In 2022, he won the all-around and vault championships. He claimed the floor exercise title in 2024, along with silver medals in the team and vault events. In 2025, Juda secured gold medals on and with the team, while earning silver in the all-around. On the national stage, Juda collected several medals in U.S. competitions. As a junior, he won the 2017 Junior Olympic all-around title and earned multiple silvers. In senior events, he took bronze on high bar at the 2019 U.S. Championships and gold on floor exercise at the 2023 U.S. Championships. Juda received the prestigious Nissen-Emery Award in 2023, recognizing him as the top senior male collegiate gymnast in the nation. In honors, he was named Gymnast of the Year in 2021 and 2022, and received the 2025 for outstanding athletic and academic achievement, along with the Sportsmanship Award. Following his retirement announcement on August 10, 2025, at the U.S. National Gymnastics Championships, Juda was honored as for the 2025 Chevrolet on May 31, 2025, celebrating his contributions to sports in his home state.

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