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Simone Biles is back and better than ever—Is she the greatest gymnast of all time?

Simone Biles, Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera embedded American greatness in the 12th arrondissement of the French capital! Their dazzling performance earned Team USA another Olympic gold, extending the U.S. women’s gymnastics medal streak to a whopping 32 years, starting from the 1992 Barcelona Games.

This shiny new hardware marks their fourth team gold medal, following their triumphs in 1996, 2012, 2016, and now the 2024 Summer Olympics. These legendary squads have donned iconic nicknames like the “Magnificent Seven,” “Fierce Five,” and “Final Five.” So, what’s the buzz about this Paris Olympics team? Well, the GOAT herself had the perfect name ready.

After the chants of “USA! USA!” at the Accor Arena, Simone Biles revealed the name in a rather unforgettable fashion. Scott Bregman spilled the tea on X, sharing, “Simone says the team name is ‘F* around and find out’ five.” The hilarity didn’t stop there.

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At the post-event press conference, her “Final Five” teammate Aly Raisman, sitting beside Scott Bregman, couldn’t resist asking the girls about their team’s nickname. Simone initially hesitated, “I’m not gonna say it,” which sent Jordan and the others into a fit of giggles. The team egged her on, whispering in her ear and urging her to abbreviate. Simone, with a mischievous grin, said, “F.A.” and then let it all out, “F**k around and find out.”

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The crowd roared with laughter as Simone exclaimed, “You said abbreviate it!” joining in the fun. So, there you have it, folks—the Paris Five are officially known as “F.A.A.F.O.” Talk about a nickname that packs a punch! It was the perfect clapback at the haters and doubters and this laid-back and sassy attitude didn’t just have media reporters in stitches; it had the gymnastics community online in splits too.

Simone Biles and the “F.A.A.F.O.” Five leave the gymternet amused

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One fan noted how Sunisa Lee and Jordan Chiles, who are not just roommates but also the perfect goofs alongside Simone Biles, shared, “Suni and Jo with the critical assists. True teamwork.” Another fan wrote, “She’s standing on business! She said y’all talked about my husband, Suni’s health issues, Jade being sick, Jordan not being qualified enough, and y’all keep disrespecting babygirl… Tuh! She meant it from her spirit too!” These are issues the girls have fought over on both personal and professional levels.

From Simone Biles’ husband Jonathan Owens getting hate for his “Catch” comment on the “Pivot” podcast to Sunisa Lee battling kidney disease to make a comeback and Jordan Chiles facing major heartbreak in 2021 when she did not qualify in the final events and all-around during the qualifications. Reflecting on this sassy moment and the first press conference the women have done so far at the Paris Olympics, one fan noted, “Truly the most remarkable moment at a press conference that I’ve ever witnessed.”

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“Who’s selling the shirt for us?!” exclaimed another fan, hoping to get this epic phrase on some Team USA merchandise. Gymnastics has changed a lot since 2018. What used to be a strict coach era with rigid rules and standards is now evolving, thanks to Simone Biles and the team. The fact that Simone continues to push boundaries at 27 is truly remarkable in a sport where gymnasts typically retire in their mid-20s. One person shared that the ease and comfort displayed were “🤣 Truly a new era…”

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Another fan noted that not only were the girls golden, so was their humor, saying, “I can’t with them 😂 but hey, they weren’t lying! The F*** around and find out five!!!! Pure gold right there 🥇🇺🇸🦅” Lastly, one fan shared, “need a fancam to FAFO by Zack Fox more than I need air to breathe,” noting that the girls should make a video dancing to the song by Zack Fox. Reflecting on this epic moment, what do you think of Team USA Gymnastics women’s new name? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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