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Simone Biles is famous for bringing surprises. Indeed, whether it is for her fans or for her family and friends, she always makes sure the moment is a wonderful experience. This time, it’s for her former coach, Cecile Landi, who has been busy with her tight NCAA schedule with the Georgia Gymdogs. Indeed, Landi has been completely focused after leaving elite gymnastics for the collegiate level, but she has her own ambitions towards it.

Landi’s run in the NCAA has not been easy because the Gymdogs didn’t perform at their very best in their season opener. However, it’s a long season, and the team has their next match scheduled in a few hours. And guess who will be present at the event? While Biles will be gracing the event with her presence, she is also bringing a surprise for her former coach.

Simone Biles knows her way of giving presents

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Since the Georgia Gymdogs’ defeat at the Denver Quad Meet, Simone Biles has decided to pay a visit to her former coach at the next event. Therefore, their reunion will take place during the Gymdogs’ match against Boise State in Athens. However, the American gymnast isn’t just coming alone, as she’s bringing Cecile Landi a present in the form of her husband, Jonathan Owens.

Indeed, as seen on Biles’ Instagram story, she has shared a picture of Owens swiping through his phone while sitting in their private jet. In a similar vein, the NFL star also shared a picture on his Instagram story featuring Biles posing for the camera. So Biles and Owens are together at the event? What else can Landi wish for during her time with the Gymdogs?

The appearance of both Biles and her husband is huge for the event, as it will bring a lot of attention. It’s not like the Division 1 events of NCAA gymnastics lack an audience, but watching an Olympic champion and an NFL star in attendance will surely boost the fans’ interest in tuning in to the Gymdogs. Since in Biles’ gymnastics career, Landi played a huge role in her success, she just wants to give back to her coach in such a generous way.

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Indeed, stepping on the NCAA scene is something new for Landi, and Biles knows how challenging it must have been. However, every time she witnesses her former coach making a significant step in her career, she is always there to provide encouragement. The Georgia Gymdogs fell under fans’ scrutiny after their season opener at the Denver Quad Meet, but Landi had nothing but appreciation for her gymnasts.

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The Georgia Gymdogs scored a 195.975 at the Denver Quad Meet. Indeed, they were behind Denver and Missouri, who scored 196.575 and 196.125. Despite the team’s closeness to their NCAA rivals, fans harbored doubts about their future performance. However, despite watching her team lose the season opener, Landi went candid on social media, stating, “First meet ✔️ Proud of this team ❤️🖤”

Indeed, the coach appreciated the performance of her team, despite the loss, and she was nothing but proud of her gymnasts. Landi has had a huge coaching career, and she had many reputed gymnasts under her wing. However, while the NCAA is a new challenge for her, she knows exactly the way to handle it when the situation doesn’t look good for the team. She surely acknowledged the defeat. But she knows that there will be a ton of opportunities in the future NCAA events, and the Gymdogs just need the right moment to shine.

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