Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik mounts pommel horse on ‘Dancing With the Stars’ to earn highest score yet

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Stephen Nedoroscik, a household name after his stunning pommel horse routine at the Paris 2024 Olympics, is making waves once again.

This time, however, the stage is quite different. Competing on 'Dancing With the Stars' (DWTS), the Olympic medalist has captivated both fans and judges with his unique blend of athleticism and grace.

Tuesday night’s episode, October 15, which marked 'Dedication Night,' saw Nedoroscik take his performance to the next level, paying tribute to the sport that shaped him—men’s gymnastics, as per Entertainment Weekly.

Stephen Nedoroscik incorporates pommel horse routine to Argentine Tango on 'DWTS'

With his ever-charming Clark Kent glasses and athletic finesse, Stephen Nedoroscik has managed to transition from the Olympic arena to the ballroom with surprising ease.

His latest performance, an Argentine Tango that incorporated a pommel horse routine, earned him his highest score yet on the show and reinforced his dedication to the sport he holds so dear.

Episode 5 of 'Dancing With the Stars' was all about dedication. Contestants were asked to pay homage to people or causes that have had a profound impact on their lives.

While most participants chose to dedicate their performances to personal figures—such as family members, mentors, or coaches—Nedoroscik took a different approach.

He used his time in the spotlight to shine a light on the challenges facing men’s gymnastics, particularly the recent cuts in NCAA funding for the sport.

In a poignant pre-dance rehearsal video package, Nedoroscik expressed his deep connection to the sport.

"Men's gymnastics gave me a family at Penn State and funneled me into the Olympics," he explained. "Recently, the NCAA has been cutting men’s gymnastics, and it could go away. Men’s gymnastics made me the man I am today. I want to be able to pour my heart out in this performance for my sport."

His passion for gymnastics was evident in his routine, which began with Nedoroscik atop a pommel horse.

The move was a nod to his Olympic prowess, reminding fans of the grace and strength that led him to win bronze at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Nedoroscik is only the fourth American man to win a medal in his event since World War II, making his achievements all the more impressive.

After completing his pommel horse routine, Nedoroscik dismounted and transitioned seamlessly into an Argentine Tango alongside his professional dance partner, Rylee Arnold.

Set to the powerful track 'Seven Nation Army' by The White Stripes, the routine earned the duo their highest score of the season—an impressive 33, with Derek Hough awarding them their first nine from the judges.

Stephen Nedoroscik's Argentine Tango with pommel horse routine impresses fans

As soon as Stephen Nedoroscik’s Argentine Tango with pommel horse routine aired, the internet was quick to react.

One person remarked, "Oh my guy is back!"

Another said, "His best dance yet!"

"I AM OBSESSED," wrote one person.

Another added, "Ok wait Stephen’s dance was really good this week!"

One individual wrote, "Look at Mr pommel horse go!"

Another gushed, "GOD I LOVE HIM."

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