Ottawa, ON (July 25, 2025) – With strength, elegance, and determination, William Émard delivered the performance of a lifetime at the 2025 FISU World University Games, earning the bronze medal in the Men’s All-Around competition—a historic and emotional achievement for the young Quebec native and a major milestone for Canadian men’s gymnastics.
Competing against a world-class field that included Japan’s gymnastics superstars Daiki Hashimoto and Shohei Kawakami, Émard held his own and proved that he belongs on the global stage. In a tightly contested final, he showcased exceptional poise and consistency, finishing with a total score of 81.732 to land on the podium.
“After some amazing results for the team in the last couple of years, it is nice to have a stellar performance individually,” said Émard. “This one felt personal, and I really did put the energy in the gym to be as competitive as possible for this event and Worlds. It feels like I’m back.”
William Émard turned in a stunning all‑around performance at the 2025 FISU World University Games, finishing third overall with a total of 81.732. His final comprised six rotations, each building on the previous: he opened on floor with a solid 13.600, followed by a good showing on pommel horse scoring 12.566. Émard truly seized the competition on rings, where a standout 14.200—the highest score of the entire field—propelled him up the leaderboard.
He continued with a confident vault of 13.833, then delivered a crisp 13.900 on parallel bars (slightly under his qualification mark), and closed with a beautifully executed high bar routine earning 13.333. That well‑rounded display ultimately secured him the bronze medal, a remarkable achievement.
Representing the Université du Québec à Montréal and closely coached by Adrian Balan of Laval Excellence, Émard continues to inspire a new generation of Canadian gymnasts with his passion, work ethic, and humility.
Strong Showing for Chronopoulos in All-Around Final
Ioannis Chronopoulos (University of Nebraska) and coached by John Robinson, also delivered a strong all-around performance. Despite an unfortunate fall on his rings dismount, which cost him a potential top-10 finish, Chronopoulos demonstrated his strength across all six events and proved he is a true all-around contender. He finished 11th overall with a score of 77.899, showing grit, resilience, and exceptional talent.
Next Up: Men’s Apparatus Finals – July 26
Canada’s men’s team isn’t done yet. Three gymnasts will be competing in the Apparatus Finals on Saturday, July 26, and are set to take on some of the best in the world.
Finalists:
- Floor – Félix Dolci (8th qualifier, 13.700)
- Rings – William Émard (5th qualifier, 14.000)
- Parallel Bars – William Émard (Reserve 2)
- High Bar – Félix Dolci (6th qualifier, 13.866); William Émard (Reserve 2)
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