Simone Biles did what Simone Biles does best at the Paris Olympics—reminded everyone why she’s the GOAT. Four medals, three of them gold, and a performance that crushed any remaining doubt about her GOAT status. And now, her epic journey is about to hit the screen in the new season of Simone Biles Rising, set to drop in October. Expect all the behind-the-scenes drama, struggles, and those classic Biles comebacks. The promo just dropped on October 3rd, and naturally, the gymternet is buzzing with excitement!

But in the midst of all the hype, a snippet from the teaser revealed a dramatic moment at the Paris Olympics. During a warm-up session, Simone Biles pulled her calf, and the crowd witnessed her limping after a rough landing on a practice tumble pass. This led to her briefly exiting the qualification round of the women’s gymnastics competition. She was then seen soothing her leg while the coordinator asked about the situation. It was a scary moment—a huge potential setback for Team USA, who faced the possibility of competing without their star.

Despite the pain, Simone pushed through and chose to perform, a decision that led to massive success in Paris. But why did she take the risk? Aly Raisman spilled the tea in the documentary promo. She recalled, “After the competition, I asked, How did you do it in so much pain? And she said, ‘I couldn’t have people tell me I was a quitter again.'” What moment was she referring to here?

Simone Biles had a lot to unpack after the Tokyo Olympics, where she withdrew from events due to the dreaded ‘Twisties.’ Though she snagged a bronze on the balance beam, the online trolls labeled her a “quitter.” Determined to shake off that negativity, she headed into the Paris Olympics ready to prove herself. On July 27, drama unfolded at the Bercy Arena during warm-ups as she slipped and seemed to tweak her calf.

The arena went silent as she crawled back down the runway, leaving everyone holding their breath. Later, during the qualification round, she pointed to her calf, saying, “As soon as I took off, I felt it. It’s right there on my calf. Right where I had that tear.” Doubts loomed large, but when the Women’s Subdivision 2 qualifying round began, Simone stepped back onto the floor, stunning everyone, including a gaggle of celebrities.

Taped up and ready to go, she powered through, flashing smiles to fans and even executing a Yurchenko Double Pike (YDP), though it was a bit short. This injury wasn’t new for her; back in 2019, she told the Daily Mail, “There’s been a calf I have partially torn two or three times, I broke a rib in 2016, and oh yeah, it turned out my toe was shattered in five pieces after the last Olympics without me knowing.” This pivotal moment is sure to be a major talking point in her upcoming Netflix documentary. So what can fans expect from the show?

What Simone Biles Rising Season 2 brings to the table

The first season of Simone Biles: Rising kicked off on July 17, right before the Paris Olympics, giving fans a front-row seat to Simone’s epic comeback journey after the Tokyo Olympics rollercoaster. Directed by Katie Walsh, this docuseries quickly captured hearts and minds, skyrocketing into the top 10 trending shows on Netflix within just 24 hours! Now, it’s back and better than ever! Part 2 is dropping on October 25, 2024, featuring four episodes that dive deep into Biles’ incredible experiences at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Fans can expect a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes action, from the grueling training sessions to those nail-biting competition moments.

And let’s not forget the heartwarming insights into her life with Jonathan Owens, the Chicago Bears safety, who’s cheering her on through thick and thin. But it’s not just about the glitter and glory—this season will shine a light on the calf injury she battled through to fight for her hardware. With Netflix promising “intimate access” to her campaign, it looks like this docuseries is primed to match the success of its first season.