on the beam
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Utah finished last after three falls on the beam, producing its lowest score since February 2000.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 10, 2026
That led to her withdrawing from several other finals before returning to take bronze on the beam.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2024
Utah took the lead on the first rotation after posting a season-high 49.6375 on the beam — with a 9.950 from Abby Paulson and Malie O’Keefe.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 18, 2024
Without hands, it’s more difficult to have power on the beam.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2023
Diana inched forward on the beam, using another piece of metal dangling from the ceiling to help her keep her balance.
From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau
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