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Former Olympians Aly Raisman, Amy Purdy, and Jason Brown reveal why they still get nervous ahead of the 2026 Games

Former Olympians Aly Raisman, Amy Purdy, and Jason Brown reveal why they still get nervous ahead of the 2026 Games

Even former Olympians get nervous ahead of the big games. Even though their Olympic careers are behind them, Aly Raisman, Amy Purdy, and Jason Brown can’t help but remember the anxiety the games brought them. The three athletes spoke with HELLO! at a Fireside Chat with Hershey’s about their experiences competing in the Olympics and the happy places that calm them down. Aly, 31, competed in the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics in gymnastics. Jason, 31, is two-time Olympian figure skater, competing in Sochi and Beijing. And Amy competed in the 2014 and 2018 Paralympics in snowboarding. They were all at the peak of their careers, with Aly and Amy, 46, medalling in their prospective events. As they prepare to watch Friday’s Opening Ceremonies in Milano Cortina, their nerves shine through. © Getty ImagesAly is one of the most decorated American gymnasts “I think it’s like there’s that sense of pride and nostalgia in the best way,” Jason told HELLO! about what the upcoming Olympics emote in him. “And then there’s also that feeling of …