Who is Simone Biles?
Simone Biles is an American artistic gymnast, born on the 14th of March 1997, in Columbus, Ohio. She is the most decorated gymnast in history, with 11 Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals.
Questions about Simone Biles
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How many Olympic medals has Simone Biles won?
Simone Biles has won 11 Olympic medals, tying her with Věra Čáslavská as the second-most decorated female Olympic gymnast, behind only Larisa Latynina. She has the most Olympic medals of any U.S. gymnast.
Why did Simone Biles withdraw from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics?
Simone Biles withdrew from most of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics after experiencing what she called the twisties, a temporary loss of air awareness while performing twisting elements. She first withdrew from the team final after balking mid-air on vault, then withdrew from the all-around, vault, uneven bars, and floor finals, before returning to win bronze on balance beam.
What did Simone Biles say about Larry Nassar?
On the 18th of January 2018, Simone Biles said that former USA Gymnastics physician Larry Nassar had sexually assaulted her and that USA Gymnastics had helped cover it up. In September 2021, she testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, saying she blamed the entire system for enabling his abuse.
What skills are named after Simone Biles?
Simone Biles has skills named after her on vault, balance beam, and floor exercise, including a Biles and a Biles II on both vault and floor. The Biles II on floor exercise is rated J, the only element in artistic gymnastics ever given that top difficulty rating.
Who is Simone Biles married to?
Simone Biles is married to American football player Jonathan Owens. The couple became engaged on the 15th of February 2022 and married on the 22nd of April 2023.