Cécile Landi and Laurent Landi are more than just renowned gymnastics coaches; they’re a dynamic duo who’ve played a pivotal role in Simone Biles‘ remarkable journey back to gymnastics greatness. With their expert guidance and unwavering support, Simone overcame the Twisties trauma from the Tokyo Olympics and set out on her fourth Olympic cycle with renewed determination.

Simone herself has credited the Landis for being instrumental in her healing journey. Thanks to their expertise and empathy, she was able to make a triumphant return to the sport in 2023, ultimately becoming the most decorated gymnast in history. But beyond their coaching talent, Cécile and Laurent are loving parents to their daughter, Juliette. As they train the world’s most celebrated gymnast for a dazzling performance at the Paris Olympics, Juliette is carving her own path as a member of the French diving team set to make waves in the same event.

Simone Biles celebrates with Cécile Landi as her daughter is bound for the Paris Olympics

On 28th May 2024, Cécile Landi took to her Instagram stories to share a moment of pride as she reposted a thrilling announcement from Equipe France, revealing the official selection of athletes for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Among the chosen few were her daughter, Juliette Landi, alongside other talented athletes in cycling, fencing, artistic swimming, and diving.

The caption of the post exclaimed, “🚨 OFFICIAL SELECTION FOR PARIS 2024. 28 athletes join the Olympic delegation in road cycling, fencing, artistic swimming and diving! ️️” Cécile couldn’t contain her excitement as she penned her own caption, “She is going to Paris! We’re so proud of her and so excited for her!!!! Bravo Juju!!!!” But the festivities didn’t stop there.

Simone Biles, the gymnastics sensation herself, also joined in, sharing the same post on her Instagram stories and offering her congratulations to the seventeen-year-old. In her caption, she exclaimed, “GO @juliette_landi PARIS BOUND,” accompanied by celebratory emojis of the French flag and a heart. As we reflect on these words, let us see what the seventeen-year-old herself had to say about securing a ticket to the Paris Olympics.

Juliette Landi reveals how gymnastics led to her finding diving

On her Instagram profile, Juliette Landi shared a carousel post alongside her teammate Nais Gillet. The young member of the Landi clan shared that, ever since she was a child, she had dreamed of participating in the Olympics. Initially, Juliette had envisioned herself as a gymnast, but about three years ago, she discovered scuba diving and fell in love with it. This newfound passion led her to pursue diving seriously.

She expressed immense joy and excitement in announcing her selection to represent France in the synchronized 3 m diving event at the Paris Olympics, alongside her partner Nais Gillet. This achievement held great significance for her, and she said, “This selection means so much to me and I feel really proud of myself! Thank you to all of my coaches, teammates in the USA and France for all of their support! It means so much to me!” 

This moment holds special significance for the proud parents, Cécile and Laurent Landi, who are themselves former Olympians. Now, as coaches to the world’s most famous gymnast, Simone Biles, and many other WCC talents, they also have the added joy of seeing their own daughter represent them proudly at the Olympic level. What do you think about the Landis, a family of remarkable talent and Olympic legacy? Share your thoughts in the comments below!