Rhys McClenaghan, described as the Olympic champion on pommel horse, failed to qualify for the apparatus final at the World Gymnastics Championships held in Rotterdam.
The outcome came during the qualification phase of the championships, where athletes competed for places in the event finals. McClenaghan did not record a score high enough to secure one of the available spots on the starting list for the pommel horse final.
The result is a notable setback for McClenaghan, who had been expected to be a leading contender on his specialist apparatus. His non-qualification means he will not have the opportunity to contest for a world title on pommel horse at this edition of the championships.
Competition in Rotterdam continues with the remaining apparatus finals and all-around events scheduled in the coming days, as other athletes who progressed from qualifying will vie for medals and world titles.