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TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 03: Simone Biles of Team United States looks on during the Women’s Balance Beam Final on day eleven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Ariake Gymnastics Centre on August 03, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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TOKYO, JAPAN – AUGUST 03: Simone Biles of Team United States looks on during the Women’s Balance Beam Final on day eleven of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Ariake Gymnastics Centre on August 03, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
A known name in the world of gymnastics, Simone Biles, needs no introduction. The Olympic Gold medalist has triumphed many hurdles to earn herself a global repute. The GOAT of gymnastics, Simone deserves praise for her humility and humbleness.
In an interview, fellow gymnast Sunisa Lee narrated her interaction with Simone. She went into great detail and thanked Simone for her help.
Simone Biles, the friend.
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2020 was a tough year for Sunisa Lee. Braving personal and professional setbacks, she was gearing up for the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics 2021. The young gymnast was having a tough time. This was when Simone became one of Lee’s biggest sources of support.
Lee revealed that the two bonded during 2020. She said, “I’ve talked to Simone Biles a lot, and it’s really nice to get to know her in this way because she was my idol.” Simone herself was going through a lot during the said time, but that did not stop her from supporting Lee.
Lee recalls how Simone became her friend during those difficult times. She says, “I used to see her as this intimidating gold medalist, but now she’s a friend.”
Whether professional or personal, Simone Biles never fails to earn admiration for her strong personality and life choices.
Simone is a living legend of gymnastics
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American artistic gymnast Simone Biles is well-known for winning the individual gold medal at the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games. She is an artistic gymnast who weaves magic on the floor, vault, and all-around events.
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STUTTGART, G.E.R.M.A.N.Y. – O.C.T.O.B.E.R. 13: Simone Biles of The United States poses for photos with her multiple gold medals on day 10 of the 49th FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships at Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle on October 13, 2019, in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)
Biles has won 32 medals at the Olympics and World Championships. She holds the record for the most Olympic gold medals earned by a female American in a single competition.
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Watch This Story: Swimming Legend Michael Phelps Stood Beside Gymnastics GOAT Simone Biles During Her Worst.
Simone is only the sixth woman in history to win both the individual all-around gold medal at the World Championship and an Olympic medal. As of now, she is preparing for her big day with her fiance Jonathan Owens. Family, friends, and fans are excited to see Simon start a new phase in her life soon!
