- Simone Biles silences doubters at Paris 2024 Olympics
- She becomes the most decorated US gymnast ever
- Simone makes epic comeback to the games
After a whirlwind of anticipation, Simone Biles (27) has done it again! Leading the US women's gymnastics team to gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Biles not only secured her fifth gold medal but also etched her name in history as the most decorated US gymnast ever. But it wasn't just about the medals; it was a moment of sweet redemption and a powerful clapback to her critics.
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Clapping back with class
In a move that's got everyone talking, Biles took to Instagram with a post that read, "lack of talent, lazy, olympic champions," alongside celebratory photos with her teammates. This sassy caption was a clear retort to MyKayla Skinner's earlier comments questioning the team's talent and work ethic. Skinner, who retired after the Tokyo Olympics, later tried to smooth things over, but Biles' victory and historic achievement spoke louder than any apology.
Declared the most decorated gymnast in US history, Biles surpassed Shannon Miller's record with her eighth Olympic medal. "We all knew she could do it," said US gymnastics technical lead Chellsie Memmel, affirming Biles' status as the GOAT. With the US team outshining Italy and Brazil for the gold, Biles is now gearing up for the individual all-around finals, eyeing more glory.
Redemption and resilience
Dubbing the 2024 Olympics her "redemption tour," Biles aimed to prove that the US team's silver in Tokyo was just a hiccup. Despite facing the "twisties" and prioritizing her mental health in 2021, Biles' return to the Olympic stage in Paris was nothing short of spectacular, proving her mettle as both an athlete and a team leader.
With the individual all-around finals on the horizon, Biles is poised to add up to four more medals to her collection. As she competes alongside teammate Suni Lee, the world will be watching, ready to witness more history-making performances from the gymnastics queen.