The gymnast won’t defend her all-around gold medal at the 2020 Summer Games.
We wholeheartedly support Simone’s decision and applaud her bravery in prioritizing her well-being.
Her courage shows, yet again, why she is a role model for so many."
Simone Biles withdraws from the team gymnastics event at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images
Biles won the all-around gold medal at the 2020 Summer Games.
A representative for Biles didn’t immediately provide EW with more details on the 24-year-old’s injury.
“Physically, I feel good, I’m in shape,“Biles later told Hoda KotbToday.
“Emotionally, that kind of varies on the time and moment.
She then put on a jacket and sweatpants as Chiles replaced her on the uneven bars and balance beam.
“The whole globe is watching her right now, and they’re speculating every little thing.
I can’t imagine what she’s feeling right now.
