We all know how field rivals can sometimes turn into off-court enemies too, right? But every now and then, you get those rare gems who keep the competition fierce on the mat and the friendship even stronger off it. Enter the dynamic duo: Simone Biles and Rebeca Andrade. These two may go head-to-head as rivals in gymnastics but off the mat? They’re total BFFs, proving that respect and admiration can shine brighter than any gold medal.

Biles, who’s never shy about hyping up her Brazilian bestie, recently shared, “I absolutely love and adore Rebeca. The way she paved Brazilian gymnastics is definitely unmatched. I love her, and I love that resilience.” And now, Simone Biles recently reunited with her Paris Olympics rival, Rebeca and the gymnastics world is absolutely losing it.

On January 15, 2025, Simone Biles decided to sprinkle some joy across Instagram by sharing the sweetest reunion pics with her Brazilian counterpart, Rebeca Andrade. And let me tell you, this post had warm hugs and vault supremacy written all over it! Captioning the post, “I know vault hate to see us coming,” Biles had fans swooning at this iconic duo’s bond.

In the video, Simone was wearing a black dress and could hardly contain herself when she stood up to hug Rebeca, who entered the frame looking fabulous in a black dress and gorgeous white designer collars–all round glam! The moment they looked at each other, they both smiled and then hugged each other as warmly as can be. Finally, Biles also shared a lovely picture of the hug and ensured that this particular moment of being good friends did not pass unnoticed.

Fans were absolutely living for the Biles-Andrade magic, and one user, in particular, couldn’t hold back their excitement over Simone Biles’ caption as they commented, “Caption!!!!!” That user? None other than Luisa Blanco, who’s got her own gymnastics accolades, like being the 2021 NCAA Champion on the balance beam for the Alabama Crimson Tide and representing Colombia at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Safe to say, she knows greatness when she sees it!

And yeah, Biles’ caption was top-tier wit! The duo’s vault performances at the Paris Olympics were absolutely legendary. Simone clinched gold with a dazzling 15.300, while Rebeca snatched silver with a jaw-dropping 14.966—two vault queens owning the mat in style. But, of course, this was just the start! Fans flocked to the comments, hyped up, ready to add their own praise to this powerful friendship.

Simone Biles and Rebeca Andrade receives all the love from fans!

One user couldn’t resist hopping into the comments to drop a sweet message: “Brazil loves you @simonebiles Thank you for the affection and respect towards our Rebeca, it is reciprocal from all of us to you 💚 💛.” And honestly, it’s spot on! Let’s rewind a bit to the Paris Olympics, where Simone Biles was all eyes on her as she graced the floor at the iconic Bercy Arena. But then Rebeca Andrade delivered a performance for the ages, soaring past Simone to claim that gold medal. Now, here’s where it gets even more heartwarming.

After Rebeca’s victory, Simone—being the true sportswoman she is—immediately congratulated her. But it wasn’t just any congratulations. As the medal ceremony unfolded, Simone and Jordan Chiles, ever so graceful, bowed down to Rebeca, letting her shine in the spotlight while she collected that gold. And another user dropped the perfect comment to sum it all up: “Women supporting women >>” The support, the love, the power—it’s what makes these moments unforgettable.

Another user jumped into the comments with a line that had us all giggling: “I would lay on the floor for you two to walk over me.” Honestly, who wouldn’t? I mean, it is about Simone Biles, the GOAT herself, with 11 Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals and the most decorated gymnast. She is not only one of the best gymnasts, she is one of the best Olympic athletes of all time, period.

And then, of course, there’s Rebeca Andrade, who’s no slouch either. She is the most decorated Brazilian and Latin American gymnast with six Olympic medals and nine World medals; she is also the most decorated Brazilian Olympian regardless of the sport. Well yeah, they’re kinda big deal. It only makes sense that fans would combine their names into a power duo name that fits like a glove: “REBILES 😍.” Honestly, iconic doesn’t even begin to cover it. These two are unstoppable, and we’re here for every moment.