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Saatva Announces U.S. Gymnast Skye Blakely as Athlete Ambassador
November 1,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Saatva announced that U.S. gymnast Skye Blakely has joined the brand as an athlete ambassador through the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Blakely recently won the women’s all-around title at the 2026 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Rotterdam, Netherlands, marking a defining milestone in her return to elite competition.
Blakely’s journey to the world all-around title has been defined by determination through significant setbacks. An elbow ligament injury ahead of the U.S. Olympic Team Trials required surgery and kept her from competing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. After returning to international competition and helping the United States win team gold at the 2022 and 2023 World Championships, she faced another major setback in 2024, rupturing her right Achilles tendon just two days before the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Blakely steadily worked her way back, returning to the World Championships in 2025 and finishing fourth in the uneven bars final. In 2026, she returned to all-around competition on the world stage and delivered a composed performance across all four events to claim gold. Her victory made her the first American woman to win the World Championships all-around title since Simone Biles in 2023.
Blakely’s comeback reflects the persistence and preparation required to compete at the highest level. Through her partnership with Saatva, she will share her perspective on restorative sleep and recovery as important parts of an athlete’s routine, helping bring greater attention to the role rest plays alongside training and competition.
“Sleep is foundational to how we feel, recover, and perform, and athletes understand just how important it is to show up ready for the next challenge,” said Ron Rudzin, Founder and CEO of Saatva. “We’re proud to welcome Skye Blakely to Team Saatva. Her journey reflects the dedication it takes to pursue excellence, and we’re excited to work together to highlight the role restorative sleep plays in an athlete’s well-being as we look ahead to LA28.”
Meet Skye Blakely: Finding Strength in Recovery
For Blakely, pursuing excellence in gymnastics takes more than hours in the gym. Rest and recovery are important parts of the routine that help her keep showing up for the sport she loves. Through her ambassadorship with Saatva, she is sharing her perspective on the importance of restorative sleep in an athlete’s life.
“Gymnastics requires so much focus and dedication, and recovery is an important part of being able to keep showing up and giving your best,” said Blakely. “Sleep is one of the ways I take care of myself between training sessions and competitions. I’m excited to partner with Saatva to share my experience and encourage other athletes to recognize that rest is an important part of the process.”
The behind-the-scenes video offers a glimpse into the making of Blakely’s Saatva commercial and the creative behind the collaboration.
In an interview with Saatva, Blakely also discusses her gymnastics journey, her approach to recovery, and why restorative sleep matters to her as an athlete. Watch Skye Blakely Talks Restorative Sleep on YouTube to hear more about her perspective. Readers can also explore Skye Blakely’s Saatva Gift Guide, featuring her favorite Saatva products.
Blakely’s ambassadorship reflects Saatva’s broader commitment to championing restorative sleep across the sports landscape. As the Official Mattress and Restorative Sleep Provider of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and Team USA, Saatva continues to champion the importance of quality sleep in athletic preparation, recovery, and everyday well-being.