Simone Biles has yet again proved that she is a dynamic gymnast. On 4th October, she led Team USA to its phenomenal seventh Artistic Gymnastics World Championship title in Antwerp. What makes this victory even more memorable is that Biles came back this summer after her 2-year break from the sport that she loves.
She took a mental health break after the Tokyo Olympics in 2020. Biles mentioned how she felt a little more nervous while doing gymnastics. It looks like she knew what she needed to come back stronger. In the World Championships 2023, everyone witnessed a better version of her as she successfully landed on the Yurchenko double pike.
Simone Biles DOMINATES for 20th gold, historic team World Title for Team USA
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Notably, Biles is the first woman to make use of this brilliant skill and it will be named and remembered as ‘Biles II’ in the rule book of Gymnast. Interestingly, this is not the first time that this is happening, in fact, this is the fifth time for the star. Furthermore, the 20x world championship gold medal winner left fans stunned by scoring a staggering score of 15.166 in the floor routine.
She made her debut in 2007 by competing as a level 8 gymnast. However, her interest goes back to when she was merely six years old. It was during a field trip to Bannon’s Gymnastix that she discovered her interest and ended up joining there for 11 years. This is where she garnered the skills that have made her renowned worldwide.
Simone Biles won her first championship at the same venue in 2013
Simone Biles has repeated history with her win at the 2023 World Artistic Gymnastics. She won her very first world title at the same venue when she was 16 years old. This has to be one of the most fascinating things to happen in the history of the Olympics.
She expressed how she felt differently with her win this time. Biles mentioned how her age has had an impact on the way she feels about sports now. In her own words, “I feel like I’m thinking a little bit more about my gymnastics. It’s not so carefree”. This gave fans a clear picture of the level of maturity that Biles has. Furthermore, she also emphasized how every crowned world champion tends to make one feel different.
Furthermore, Biles’ scores in her recent win are as impressive as one can achieve. She scored a total of 14.800 on the vault whereas on the uneven bars, it was 14.666. Furthermore, Biles scored 14.300 on the balance beam and amused fans with 15.166 on the floor exercise. She has not only surprised fans with her brilliant performance but also herself.
Biles mentioned, “I mean I’m still surprised that I’m still going. I’m 26, I’m a little bit older so it feels just as good as the first one”. After witnessing her historic win at the Olympics 2023, fans are excited to see her performance next year which will be held in Paris. Biles has expressed that she intends to participate in this, and it is certain that she is going to put her heart into the practice. For now, Biles’ is the center of attention as she deserves to be.
