Simone Biles just cannot seem to stop at the moment. Just a few years back in Tokyo, Biles almost had her career come to a full stop. Unable to fathom the positioning of her body mid-air, the world was introduced to a new term: ‘twisties.’ Yet, this did not deter the haters, who relentlessly trolled and insulted Biles, a legend in her own right. Taking time off to focus on her mental health, Biles returned stronger than ever. She won the World Championships and then went on to secure three gold medals and a silver at the Paris Olympics, proudly donning the GOAT necklace. Just when everyone thought it was time for the legend to rest, Simone Biles is back once again—this time on the Gold Over America Tour.
Featuring some elite gymnastics, the Gold Over America Tour is a pop-themed show. While it involves gymnastics, the production is more of a concert-themed spectacle that enthralls the crowd significantly. Right in the middle of this spectacle is Simone Biles, shining in her usual glory. With the Gold Over America Tour now in its second season, this year has seen a rapid surge in popularity, largely due to Biles. After her captivating performances in the French capital, fans back in America are eager to see the gymnastics legend live. The growing popularity of the tour has also caught the attention of notable figures like Alexis Ohanian and Kathy Johnson Clarke.
Taking to their X accounts, both Clarke and Ohanian expressed their amazement at the grandeur of the same. Ohanian, who recently had significant success with his all-women track and field event, Athlos, wrote, “Packed house for @Simone_Biles and the crew.” Adding in to the excitement, sports broadcaster and former gymnast, Kathy Johnson Clarke seemed elated to watch Biles and co. in action. She wrote, “What can I say? The spirit of gymnastics moved me! Thank you, @GoldOverAmerica @Simone_Biles for having me! The show is FABULOUS, the gymnasts are STELLAR, and the arena energy is MAGICAL! It surely launched thousands of dreams!”
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What can I say? The spirit of gymnastics moved me! Thank you, @GoldOverAmerica @Simone_Biles for having me! The show is FABULOUS, the gymnasts are STELLAR, and the arena energy is MAGICAL! It surely launched thousands of dreams! 💛 https://t.co/rJVsfHLUkG
— Kathy Johnson Clarke, OLY ☮️💜🌏 (@kathyjohnsongym) October 13, 2024
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In fact, Clarke was one of the few lucky individuals who recently participated in the Tour. The ex-gymnast was honored at the Gold Over America Tour when she walked up to the stage and performed a cartwheel effortlessly, making the crowd go wild. With the tour enjoying impeccable success, Biles and her team will next stop in Duluth, Georgia. As an added bonus, Biles will have her coach, Cecile Landi, in attendance. Excited to finish off the remaining events in style, Simone Biles also revealed the reason behind the Gold Over America Tour’s success.
Simone Biles on Gold Over America Tour success
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Venues like Boston have witnessed sold-out crowds for the Gold Over America Tour. With the gymnasts putting in all their efforts, such a response is surely a welcome sign for them. However, there’s more to it as per Simone Biles. Speaking to KCTV5 recently, the gymnastic GOAT mentioned, “We all deserve it because every time we compete, we’re always thinking about; What’s next? What’s next?…” Biles mentioned that it was this energy and zeal to keep going that made the Gold Over America Tour grand.
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The Olympic gold medalist further expressed her desire to connect with the crowd more. Now, the audience has already known the gymnast Simone Biles. But the sneak peek and the snippets she is sharing is making the overall experience for the crowd to know Biles as a person feels more enriching. Add to that the possibility of Biles retiring before the Los Angeles Olympics. Thus, all in all, the Simone Biles effect seems to have taken over America and they are surely loving it.
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