Flava Flav is stepping up to give Jordan Chiles the recognition she deserves after a controversial decision left her without the bronze medal she initially earned.
Following the shocking news that Chiles was stripped of her bronze medal in the floor routine due to a technicality, the iconic hype man, who has been a spirited supporter of Team USA’s water polo team, promised to make it up to the gymnast in a unique way.
Flava Flav took to social media to announce that he would be gifting Chiles a “custom bronze clock necklace” in honor of her outstanding performance on the mat. Known for his signature clock necklaces, Flav’s gesture is meant to celebrate Chiles’ hard work and resilience.
“Ayyy YOOOO @ChilesJordan,” Flav wrote on X. “Imma make you a BRONZE CLOCK NECKLACE,,, and that’s something NO ONE else has,!!! Hit me up my girl,,, I gotchu!!!”
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Flava Flav’s clocks have become his trademark, and now Chiles will have a one-of-a-kind piece to remind her of her achievement, even as the official bronze medal slips from her grasp.
Chiles’ medal was revoked following a surprising ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which found that the judging panel at the women’s floor exercise final had improperly accepted an inquiry that boosted her score.
The CAS determined that the inquiry had been submitted after the one-minute deadline for such requests had passed.
Despite the ruling, USA Gymnastics has continued to support Chiles, providing video evidence that the inquiry was actually made within the allotted time frame. They hope that this evidence will lead to the reinstatement of Chiles’ medal.
In the meantime, Flava Flav’s thoughtful gesture ensures that Chiles won’t leave Paris empty-handed. The custom bronze clock necklace, a symbol of her grit and talent, will soon be part of her trophy case—a reminder of the recognition she’s earned both on and off the mat.
