The Olympic gymnastics trials witnessed the epic return of the GOAT, Simone Biles, with a new and improved strategy, mindset, and confidence. As fans rooted for her every step of the way, most knew she was more than prepared to represent the country internationally.
This Sunday, when Biles made it through to the final Gymnastics Team USA, fans worldwide cheered for the three-time Olympian. The 27-year-old had finally gotten an opportunity to redeem herself after the Tokyo Olympics fiasco, and now, she not only had a brilliant team of star gymnasts to work together with but also a changed mindset that had gotten her this far with ease.
The trials were a sight to behold, with Biles as the all-around talent, Sunisa Lee crushing the uneven bars, and Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezley Rivera putting their best foot forward. The five stars made it to the Olympics, along with Joscelyn Roberson and Leanne Wong as replacement athletes.
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It wasn’t surprising to watch Biles put up a jaw-dropping performance at the finals since she had already aced every competition leading up to it. Excitedly, the Olympian took to X to announce her secured seat in the French Capital.
“WE ARE GOING TO PARIS”
Likewise, the official page of the US Gymnastics Team posted a few selected shots from their performance, final selection, and celebration. Currently, apart from hosting two of the senior-most gymnasts in the team, they also boast of having the oldest female American gymnast in the form of Biles.
With Hezley newly introduced in the mix, each member has their own redemption to achieve this Olympic season. While for Biles, it was her withdrawal last time, the others have slips and mishaps that they hoped to work on this year.
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Lee, who has been battling kidney issues for the past year, has set herself a class apart with her participation and selection. Her flawless routine on the uneven bars not only won her the category but also set a wave of emotions among fans, who were all brought to tears by the verdict.
In the end, Simone Biles and Sunisa Lee had each other’s backs through their hurdles
Being the senior-most in the team, both Biles and Lee had some serious bars to set during their trials. Incidentally, both had some of the most taxing months leading up to the Olympics and had to overcome their demons to battle their way up to the stage.
With Lee’s medical condition proving to be a hiccup in her progress, the World Championships witnessed an apprehensive moment when she failed to stick a landing during her vault. Watching the 21-year-old go through something eerily similar to what she had the misfortune to experience in Tokyo, Biles knew exactly what she had to do. Rushing in to check up on her fellow gymnast and give her a boost of confidence to face the big stage was enough to pull the star out of trouble and give her best.
