Louisville, Ky. - Sunisa Lee, the defending Olympic all-around gold medalist in women's gymnastics, displayed an incredible comeback during her first public workout since being diagnosed with an incurable kidney disease last August. Lee's illness caused her to pause her elite competition and put a halt to her NCAA career at Auburn, but after undergoing a daily medication regimen, she is now in remission and back on the gymnastics floor.

Lee's coach, Jess Graba, revealed the challenges Lee faced, including physical tolls on her body and a significant mental setback that led to her feeling depressed for most of the year. Despite the hardships, Lee persevered and slowly made progress, focusing on competing in beam and bars at the Baku World Cup in March to potentially have a skill named after her.

With her competitive spirit and mental toughness, Lee has impressed observers with her determination to pursue her goals even after facing such adversity. Looking ahead, the big question remains whether her resilience and hard work will secure her a spot on the Paris Olympics team, a goal that Graba believes Lee can achieve when she sets her mind to it.

Lee's story is a testament to her unwavering dedication to gymnastics and her ability to overcome challenges with grace and determination. Her inspiring journey serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of elite athletes in the face of adversity.