Simone Biles

2024 - 7 - 28

Simone Biles Defies Injury, Dazzles Fans in Olympic Comeback!

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Simone Biles returns to the Olympic stage with flair, battling injuries and wowing audiences, as celebrities cheer wildly!

In a spectacular return to the Olympic stage, gymnastics superstar Simone Biles has set the tone for the Paris 2024 Olympics during the women’s qualifications. The atmosphere at the Bercy Arena was electric, teeming with energy as fans and celebrities alike filled the stands. With the likes of Tom Cruise and Snoop Dogg watching in awe, Biles took to the floor despite battling a calf injury that had been troubling her in the lead-up to the games. Her sheer determination and unyielding spirit brought the audience to a frenzy as she dazzled the audience with her breathtaking moves, proving once again why she’s considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all time!

The journey wasn’t without its hurdles for Biles. Just moments before her stunning performances, the gymnast was seen limping, which raised concerns among fans and commentators about her condition. However, Biles brushed off the worries, wrapping her ankle with heavy athletic tape in a show of willpower. With her coach, Cecile Landi, by her side, she took to the balance beam and floor steps to impress all, amassing an all-around score of 59.566. With every flip and twist, she displayed not just her remarkable talent but also her refusal to be defined by obstacles.

As the competition unfolded, the American team surged ahead, largely thanks to Biles’ incredible performances. Despite the injuries that threatened to derail her participation, she demonstrated her resilience and focus, proving to be a key player in helping the team take the lead after subdivision two of the women’s qualifications. Her capability to shake off adversity and perform under immense pressure was truly an inspiration and a sight to behold. Fans around the globe are narrowing their eyes on their screens, eager to see how this gymnastics icon will continue to conquer the competition in the upcoming events of the Olympics.

Aside from her awe-inspiring return, there are interesting facts about Simone Biles that make her story even more captivating. Did you know that Biles is not only a gymnastics powerhouse but also a trendsetter? Her signature moves, such as the "Biles" (a double backflip with a half twist), are groundbreaking in the sport! Additionally, Biles holds a record number of World Championship titles – 25 and counting! Her impact on gymnastics is immense, making her not just an athlete but a global icon.

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Gymnastics: Simone Biles' Olympic return underway in qualifying ... (Olympics)

Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles's Olympic return is off to a sparkling start at Paris 2024 as the Americans compete in the second of five women's ...

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Olympic Games 2024 live updates: Simone Biles leads in ... (NBC News)

Follow live updates and the latest news on Day 2 of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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Simone Biles shakes off injury to stun in Olympic qualifying — with ... (NBC New York)

The stands were buzzing and filled with celebrities. Tom Cruise posed for selfies while waiting for Biles to emerge. Snoop Dogg had front-row seats, ...

Simone Biles' gritty performance helps U.S. take lead during ... (NBC Olympics)

The United States women, led by Simone Biles, surged to the lead after subdivision two of women's qualifications at the Paris 2024 Olympics despite Biles ...

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Olympic gymnastics live updates: Simone Biles puts on a show ... (USA TODAY)

Women's gymnastics at the Paris Olympics opens today with qualification. Here's the schedule, highlights, when Simone Biles competes and more.

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Simone Biles hurts her leg in Olympic gymnastics qualifying but ... (NPR)

The gymnast appeared to hurt her lower leg while warming up for the floor exercise. After wrapping her ankle and lower leg with heavy athletic tape, ...

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Is Simone Biles hurt? Star gymnast seen limping on sidelines after ... (NBC Chicago)

Simone Biles appeared to be limping before her second event at the 2024 Paris Olympics Sunday morning.

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Simone Biles tweaks left ankle at Olympic qualifying, but keeps ... (USA TODAY)

Simone Biles left the floor briefly with the U.S. gymnastics team doctor, after tweaking her left ankle during warmups on floor exercise.

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Simone Biles fights through calf injury to produce impressive ... (CNN)

Cecile Landi, her coach, told reporters after the competition that Biles had been dealing with calf pain a couple weeks before Paris that flared up again during ...

Simone Biles makes long-awaited Olympic return in Paris (TimesLIVE)

Simone Biles of Team US competes on the balance beam during the artistic gymnastics women's qualification on day two of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at ...

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Simone Biles shakes off calf injury to dominate during Olympic ... (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

Simone Biles posted an all-around total of 59.566 during Olympic qualifying inside a packed and star-studded Bercy Arena despite complaining of a left calf.

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Simone Biles injury: Coach reveals what happened, what's next for ... (NBC Chicago)

Simone Biles' coach revealed what exactly happened to the star U.S. gymnast during her 2024 Olympics debut Sunday, which resulted in her at one point ...

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'It's a very big deal': Sports analyst reacts to Simone Biles' apparent ... (CNN)

Simone Biles shook off an apparent injury to her lower leg suffered in the warm-ups for the floor competition at the Paris Olympics.

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Simone Biles dominates Olympic qualifying round despite injury (CBS News)

Simone Biles made a stunning Olympic comeback on Sunday, delivering near-perfect routines in a qualifying round that ended with Team USA in the lead.

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Simone Biles' Olympic Dominance Continues As She Qualifies For ... (Forbes)

Biles could medal in every Olympic gymnastics event this year after qualifying for the individual all-around finals in Paris on Tuesday, as well as floor, ...

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Panamanian gymnast Hillary Heron performs one of Simone Biles ... (CBS News)

Panama's Hillary Heron performed the first move named after Simone Biles, the Biles I, at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in a history-making moment.

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Gymnastics: Panama's Hillary Heron made history after pre ... (Olympics)

The Panamanian became the first gymnast other than Biles to compete one of the American's signature elements at the Games.

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Reporter reveals what Simone Biles told crowd after her injury | CNN (CNN)

Simone Biles fought through pain in her calf to post an impressive all-around score during her return to the Olympics. CNN's Coy Wire reports.

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Simone Biles hurts her leg in Olympic gymnastics qualifying but ... (OPB News)

July 28, 2024 8:02 a.m.. The ...

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Simone Biles' unparalleled legacy: What's at stake at Paris 2024 ... (Olympics)

The 27-year-old has already cemented her place in history. Her third Games can expand it.

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Simone Biles Shares Update After Calf Injury (Today.com)

Simone Biles finished strong in Sunday's women's gymnastics team qualifiers despite some apparent pain in her lower leg. While warming up for her floor exercise ...

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How star gymnast Simone Biles returned to a 'good spot' (Financial Times)

American athlete has been upfront about need to improve mental health to cope with competition pressures.

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After Simone Biles Injured Herself, a Reporter Asked Her If She Was ... (Inc.com)

On day one of gymnastic competition at the 2024 Olympic Games, Simone Biles finished in first place, as expected. What no one could have foreseen, though, ...

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List | Simone Biles' scores, places in gymnastics qualifying (11Alive.com WXIA)

Simone Biles began the Olympics with a bang on Sunday. Author: Jonathan Raymond (11Alive), Associated Press. Published: 8: ...

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What time does Simone Biles compete on Tuesday? (NewsCenterMaine.com WCSH-WLBZ)

Simone Biles dropped out of the women's team final in Tokyo. Now, she and Team USA are eyeing redemption and the gold medal in Paris. Author: ...

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Is Simone Biles competing today? Paris Olympics gymnastics ... (USA TODAY)

Simone Biles has qualified for the finals of several events at the 2024 Paris Olympics, but fans will have to wait to see her go for gold.

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Simone Biles to compete on all four events at Olympic team finals ... (ABC News)

A calf injury isn't going to slow down Simone Biles. ByWILL GRAVES AP national writer. July 29, 2024, 8:08 AM. 1:09. National headlines from ABC News.

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Simone Biles' injury won't keep her from the Olympics gymnastics ... (The Associated Press)

Sure, the sight of the 27-year-old American gymnastics superstar walking off the floor with USA Gymnastics team doctor Marcia Faustin during Olympic qualifying ...

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Simone Biles will compete in all 4 events at team finals despite calf ... (PBS NewsHour)

A calf injury isn't going to slow down Simone Biles. The American gymnastics star is in the lineup for all four events during Olympic women's team finals.

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Simone Biles injury: Star gymnast to continue competing despite leg ... (Globalnews.ca)

Simone Biles tweaked her leg while warming up for her floor routine at the Paris Olympics gymnastics qualifiers.

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Here are all the gymnastics moves named after Simone Biles (CBS News)

Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has five gymnastics skills named after her. Here's what to know about them.

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Artistic Gymnastics - W Qualification Subdivision 2 - Simone Biles ... (Olympics)

Women's Artistic Gymnastics Qualification Subdivision 2, featuring Team USA's Simone Biles as she competes on the Uneven Bars.

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Simone Biles Masterclass: Price, Details, Sign Up Online (Variety)

Simone Biles, who advanced to the finals at the Paris 2024 Olympics, teaches gymnastics on Masterclass. Sign up for Simone Biles' Masterclass here.

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Is Simone Biles' husband at the Olympics? What to know as she ... (NBC Chicago)

Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens is taking a break from training camp to support his wife, American gymnastics superstar Simone Biles, in the women's ...

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Why did Simone Biles' husband miss her qualification at the Olympics? (WDSU New Orleans)

Simone Biles's husband Jonathan Owens has been cheering her on from home as she competed in the gymnastics qualification round on Sunday, July 28.

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Here's what you need to know on Simone Biles' husband, Jonathan Owens, who is watching her at the 2024 Paris Olympics:

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