It is a well-known fact that mental blocks can significantly impact gymnastics. Sometimes for athletes, overcoming a physical injury is easier than overcoming mental challenges. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the greatest American gymnast withdrew her name before reaching new heights in her career. As time passed, the key question remained: What did the Paris Olympics of 2024 hold in store for gymnastics?
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Any athlete may undergo drastic thoughts in the presence of pressure to give their best. However, the upcoming Olympics in 2024 may significantly impact many athletes’ futures. Despite Simone not confirming her return to gymnastics, a close compatriot has announced her decision.
Athlete’s Paris Olympics announcement
This gymnast is none other than Simone‘s professional friend Jordan Chiles. The 21-year-old gymnast has announced her return to the Paris Olympics in 2024. Previously, she stated that many things needed to be accomplished.
Olympics.com reports that Jordan remarked on the Paris Olympics 2024 while discussing the 2022 World Championship. She said, “I am going to try for worlds this year. That is something that I put my eye on, and I will. I keep telling everybody I’m not done.” Jordan added, “I feel like I haven’t accomplished something. Yes, I did go to the Olympics, but for me, I feel like I’m not done with the elite world quite yet.”
Bring simone with you!
— jennifer fink (@fanshaw14) August 18, 2022
She further added, “I have been playing around. I get, I don’t want to say bored, but for me, when I do new things, it makes me more hyped about stuff.” A Twitter handle named Inside Gymnastics tweeted the news of her comeback. “Jordan Chiles has confirmed she is training for Paris 2024!” they added in the caption.
One commenter urged as the elite gymnast planned her way to the upcoming Olympics. The user who wrote about Simone, Jennifer Fink, wrote in the comment section, “Bring simone with you!” Jordan had earned a place in the public’s hearts when she took the responsibilities of Simone when she departed. The US team was able to secure silver thanks to the elite gymnast.
Is Simone Biles’ comeback possible?
Many of her fans are looking forward to her wedding, while others are anticipating her appearance in the 2024 Olympics. Simone has indicated that her coaches are the most significant motivating factor for the Paris Olympics. Cecile and Laurent, Biles’ coaches, are from Paris, which gives her encouragement to reach new heights.
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Although she has not made any official statement regarding this, anything is possible. As Jordan struggled before the gymnastics performance, Simone helped Jordan, also strengthening their friendship. Besides gymnastics, the besties were often seen taking pictures together.
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