As I delve deeper into this captivating narrative of resilience and triumph, I can’t help but be utterly captivated by Simone Biles – the indomitable queen of gymnastics. At 27, she stands tall among her contemporaries, not just as a testament to physical prowess, but as a beacon of mental fortitude.
At the Paris Olympics, Simone Biles didn’t just win something more valuable than gold; she appeared to recapture her enthusiasm once again.
Biles, who already held the title of the most accomplished gymnast, both male and female, with a total of seven Olympic medals (four gold) and thirty World Championship medals under her belt, aimed for something more at the Paris Olympics. Her intention was to compete according to her preferences and savor every second of the experience.
When it was announced on Tuesday morning that Team USA gymnasts had won gold again, Biles leaped with delight. Subsequently, she proudly marched through the arena waving a large American flag, allowing her and teammates Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Suni Lee, and Hezly Rivera to take photos for the photographers. (This win elevated Biles above Shannon Miller as the most decorated U.S. Olympic gymnast in history.)
“Biles expressed her team’s exhilaration in the following words to Olympics commentators right after the medal ceremony: ‘We feel incredibly proud,’ she said, standing for us all. ‘To represent the U.S. on a global stage is always an honor, but achieving this gold and fulfilling our goal was an extraordinary sensation. I believe we all had something to prove following Tokyo, and tonight, we proved it beyond doubt.'”
Biles has dubbed these games as her “Redemption Tour,” as the four athletes competing in the 2020 Tokyo games – Carey, Chiles, Lee, and herself (Rivera is the newcomer at 16) – have faced significant hurdles since then. These challenges ranged from injuries and illnesses to battling skills and self-esteem issues. This team was not just aiming to surpass their silver medal, but also to demonstrate the obstacles they’ve conquered.
As a passionate moviegoer, I’ve been captivated by the story of Simone Biles, especially since her experiences at Tokyo where she bravely stepped back from the team finals due to the terrifying twisties – a gymnast’s nightmare when you lose control in mid-air. The first two episodes of the Netflix docuseries “Simone Biles Rising” have offered a gripping insider view of that tumultuous time, her resilience in dealing with the aftermath, and the Herculean effort it took for her to stage this inspiring comeback. Over the past five years, director Katie Walsh has been my silent companion, capturing moments from Biles’ life both on and off camera; during filming for part two, which is set to release this fall, I found myself on the sidelines in Paris.
In a review for EbMaster TV, Aramide Tinubu stated that the documentary titled “‘Simone Biles Rising'” feels similar to three years of Simone Biles’ personal diary entries, as she openly shares her experiences and regains control over her narrative.
Using the documentary series, Tinubu notes that Biles encourages both herself and viewers to consider what might occur if athletes prioritize their mental health alongside their physical fitness. For a certain period, external distractions can be ignored, but when you assume control over things you’ve been made to feel ashamed about, and trust yourself to live life according to your own rules, that’s genuine liberation.
It’s clear that Simone Biles’ attitude has noticeably changed from the Tokyo Olympics to the Paris Games. This transformation can be observed on her social media, for instance. Following the qualifying round in 2021, she wrote on Instagram with the caption: “Prelims [completed] now to ready myself for finals. It wasn’t a simple day or my finest, but I persevered. The truth is, I often feel as though the weight of the world is on my shoulders. I usually downplay it and imply that pressure doesn’t get to me, but let me tell you, sometimes it’s incredibly challenging hahaha! The Olympics isn’t a joke!” In simpler terms, Biles expressed her feelings about the immense pressure she feels during the Olympic Games in this post.
Instead of saying it this way: “Conversely, after qualifying in Paris on Sunday, Biles wrote simply: ‘Grateful to be doing what I love.’ Then, just before finals began, Biles posted a TikTok set to Megan Thee Stallion’s “Where Them Girls At,” showing off her competition hair, nails and bejeweled leotard evoking the American flag (and a throwback to the 1996 team’s outfits).”
@simonebilesowens
aayyyyeeee team final lets get it !!!!!
♬ Where Them Girls At – Megan Thee Stallion
As I tuned in on Tuesday, I couldn’t help but applaud my fellow athlete from the 2016 Rio games, Simone Biles. Laurie Hernandez was right to acknowledge her remarkable progress, which includes dedicating time each week to therapy sessions. In fact, just this morning, she underwent a session, sharing with reporters at the Bercy Arena that she felt composed and prepared. At 27 years old, Simone is part of an increasing group of gymnasts who continue to excel in their twenties.
As a follower, I’ve noticed that this team appears to be one of the oldest the U.S. has fielded in a while, according to Hernandez. He suggests this could be due to athletes like Simone who openly discuss mental health and emphasize the importance of focusing on the mind, training wisely rather than just pushing harder, which is a message that should resonate more frequently.
In the audience, supporting Biles, were her parents Ronald and Nellie Biles, along with her husband NFL player Jonathan Owens who took time off from his Chicago Bears’ preseason training to witness Biles compete in the Olympics. The crowd was star-studded, boasting celebrities such as Michael Phelps and Serena Williams, renowned figures in swimming and tennis respectively; award-winning directors like Spike Lee, actresses Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman; NFL players Jason and Kylie Kelce; and television personalities Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb from “Today”.
During Tuesday’s contest, Biles didn’t perform flawlessly; she stumbled on the balance beam and stepped out of bounds twice while performing her aerial floor exercise. Yet, she remained unperturbed, expressing her displeasure with a roll of her eyes rather than criticizing herself harshly after her mistake.
Reflecting on that momentous meet’s conclusion, it was crystal clear that my champion’s comeback had been successfully completed, ushering in a brighter, more jubilant phase of Simone Biles’ illustrious career. A telling sign of this change: straight after securing the U.S. gold medal, the cameras picked up live audio of Biles and myself chatting about what TikTok we’d create to celebrate. Here’s the final video for your viewing pleasure: [Link]
@sunisalee_
OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALISTSSSS 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
♬ original sound – findgodye
2024’s US gymnastics team has become the fourth group to claim the Olympic gold medal, joining the ranks of “The Magnificent Seven” from 1996, “The Fierce Five” from 2012, and “The Final Five” (which Simone Biles was a part of in 2016). At a post-competition press conference [as reported by Yahoo Sports], Olympic champion Aly Raisman inquired about their team nickname. With some hesitation, Biles revealed the abbreviated version of what appears to be an inside joke: F.A.A.F.O., standing for “Don’t mess around and find out.” (She later explained that this was just a playful name.)
At a recent press conference [as reported by Time], Biles shared her insights about her time on the U.S. National Team, particularly her early years spent training at the Karolyi Ranch. There, she noted that the atmosphere during practice was quite serious; people didn’t talk or laugh much. The general thought back then was that enjoying oneself wasn’t conducive to achieving success.
“Simonest recalled saying, ‘That’s not my gymnastics style,’ thankfully times are changing now. Now, we express our individuality and enjoy ourselves during our performances, but when it comes to the competition floor, we’ve practiced hard, and that hard work shows in our results. We no longer need to be confined to a certain mold anymore.”
Simone Biles’ Olympic journey is still ongoing. She will compete in the all-around competition on Thursday, marking a significant clash between the last two champions, Lee and herself. Additionally, she will participate in the finals for vault, balance beam, and floor exercise. Her final performance kicks off with the opening notes of Taylor Swift’s song “…Ready for It?”. With this performance, Biles has undoubtedly reestablished her status as the Greatest of All Time (GOAT).
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