Simone Biles found peace, stunned: Maybe 2028 Olympics comeback

Posted : 04 August 2024

The American gymnast Simone Biles continues to flourish in Paris, raking in gold medals and displaying an insatiable hunger for success: "The next Olympics in Los Angeles, at home, so you know." Her appetite for gold shows no signs of waning as she dominated the vault final on Saturday, securing her third gold medal at the Paris Olympics.

Three years after Biles had to withdraw from the Tokyo Games to prioritize her mental health, she has made a triumphant return. She won all three events she participated in: the team competition, the all-around competition, and the vault. In the vault final, she outperformed her Brazilian rival Rebecca Andrade with an average score of 15.300 points from her two jumps. American Jade Carey took bronze.

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Biles' Olympic record now boasts 10 medals, including seven gold. During the vault final, cameras captured her taking a deep breath before executing the Biles II exercise, a move that no other gymnast can replicate. Upon landing, her coach, Laurent Landi, celebrated with a fist pump, knowing the gold was secured. Biles then performed the double Yurchenko, earning a stunning score of 15.700. She credited Landi with helping her manage her stress, saying, "Laurent signaled to me something like, 'Relax, take your time,' to ensure I stayed calm despite the adrenaline and cheering."

This marks the second consecutive time Biles has bested Andrade, who settled for silver. Andrade remarked, "Simone is from another world, but we always strive to improve and develop in the best possible way. Watching her gymnastics is inspiring for everyone."

Biles sparked a crucial public conversation about athletes' mental health after her withdrawal from the Tokyo Games. She experienced "twisties," a mental block causing gymnasts to lose their sense of direction during routines. Following her dramatic exit, Biles took a two-year break from gymnastics. She arrived in Paris as the most decorated gymnast in the world, seeking redemption and correction. Now, she has reached new heights with 40 Olympic and World Championship medals.

Biles may increase her medal count further in the beam final on Monday. Although she is already 27 years old, she does not rule out competing in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. "Never say never," Biles said. "The next Olympics are at home, so you never know. But I'm really getting older."

Simone Biles' journey from the struggles in Tokyo to her golden successes in Paris underscores her resilience and determination. Her performances continue to captivate and inspire, leaving the world eagerly anticipating her next move.

Simone Biles found peace, stunned: Maybe 2028 Olympics comeback

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