After the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Simone Biles She took a long break from gymnastics in hopes of healing herself. Now, two years later, the star has stunned the world with her prowess at the World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium. The 26-year-old recently sat down for an interview and spoke about her experience.
Biles recently won four gold medals at the World Championships, bringing her career medal total to 30. This makes her one of the most decorated gymnasts in the world. In an interview with People magazinethe Olympic revealed her true feelings about the championships.
“Honestly, it’s great to be back competing, I never thought I’d compete again, so it’s a blessing.”
The gymnast even mentioned her favorite part about returning to beam and stage:
“My favorite moment is competing alongside my WCC teammates.”
So what comes next for Biles? While fans are hoping for redemption at the Olympics, the star gymnast is a firm believer in taking things one at a time. While she Announce In September, competing in Paris will be the goal, she can’t handle a lot of pressure.
“We played low this time, making sure we were mentally and physically sound. So I think it will be different, but it will be good.”
The Tokyo Olympics proved to be a turning point for the US gymnastics team when Biles decided to withdraw from the competition.
What happened to Simone Biles at the Tokyo Olympics?
In 2021, Biles suffered from a phenomenon called “sprains,” which hinders gymnasts’ balance and coordination. This means that competition may pose a risk to her mental and physical health. Considering the long-term consequences, the star gymnast was stunned when she did so Announce Her decision to withdraw.
Naturally, the decision was met with a range of mixed reactions. Many gathered to support her and praised her for her bravery. On the other hand, some criticized its recent decline at such an important stage. However, Biles has not apologized for her decision, and so far plans to tone it down. Whether or not the 2024 Paris Championships are still on the cards, there’s no denying that the star gymnast is truly the GOAT for good reason.