Canadian artistic gymnast Felix Dolci is focusing his training and ambitions on the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games [1].

This shift in focus comes as Dolci establishes himself as a premier talent in men's gymnastics. By targeting the next Olympic cycle immediately after a major international victory, he signals a long-term commitment to peaking for the world's most prestigious sporting event.

Dolci spoke with CBC Sports reporter Tara De Boer in Glasgow, Scotland, shortly after his team secured a gold medal [1] in men's gymnastics at the Commonwealth Games [1]. The victory in Glasgow serves as a benchmark for his current performance levels and provides momentum as he transitions into a multi-year preparation phase.

During the interview, Dolci said the mental load of training for the Olympics is a constant presence in his daily life, and the objective is always at the forefront of his planning [1].

"It’s on my mind 24/7," Dolci said [1].

The road to Los Angeles involves rigorous physical conditioning and the mastery of complex routines. Dolci's approach suggests a disciplined strategy to maintain consistency over the next two years, a period often marked by injury or burnout for elite gymnasts.

By articulating these goals publicly, Dolci aligns himself with the high expectations of the Canadian gymnastics community. His team gold in Glasgow [1] reinforces his role as a core component of Canada's competitive edge in the sport heading toward the 2028 cycle.

“"It’s on my mind 24/7."”

Dolci's immediate pivot to the 2028 Olympics following a Commonwealth Games gold medal indicates a strategic move to maximize the 'quadrennium' cycle. In elite gymnastics, early mental and physical alignment with an Olympic goal is critical for managing the peak-and-taper cycles required to compete against global powerhouses.