“F–cked Up”: Simone Biles’ Frightening Moment During Gold Over America Tour Leads Gymnast to Use Humorous Meme Reference
When the Simone Biles-led Gold Over America Tour reached its 19th stop in St. Charles, Missouri, Biles took some time to enjoy lighthearted moments before the show began. To fully appreciate this event, let’s look back at last month when the tour launched its second season and captured significant attention. At that point, Biles had recently secured three gold medals at the Paris Olympics and was headlining the show with even more fanfare than before. Adding another layer of excitement to this season were male gymnasts participating for the first time; according to Biles, their inclusion aimed to highlight what men’s gymnastics can bring to audiences.
Simone Biles’ recent time in the spotlight isn’t just focused on her athletic prowess or the success of her tour. This moment highlights her fun and playful personality, visible through some behind-the-scenes bloopers. On October 15, Biles gave fans a glimpse into this side by posting on Instagram as she and her crew prepared for their performance at The Family Arena in Saint Charles. Lately, she’s been experimenting with new skills, including some typically seen in men’s gymnastics. However, during one rehearsal session on the high bars, she had an amusing slip-up that led to a fall; she humorously captioned it: “It was at this moment I knew I f–ked up.”
Biles’ humor and charm were evident as she connected this moment to a popular TikTok trend. The phrase “It was at this moment he knew he messed up” often appears in viral fail videos when events take an unexpected, amusing turn. Familiar with internet culture, Biles has also had her own meme-worthy moments in the past.
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Biles turned into a viral meme with just one head turn. While she was stretching and chatting on the gym floor, her sudden fierce gaze at the camera sparked instant internet fame. Fans likened her intense look to that of a stern librarian silencing noisy kids, quickly transforming it into meme gold across social media platforms. Embracing this newfound popularity, Biles teamed up with Netflix to produce a series of comedic head-turn videos. These clips showcased her spinning around accompanied by captions like “When someone mentions women’s sports” or “The vault when it sees her coming,” adding an entertaining and cheeky dimension to her powerful image.
A standout video shows her humorously challenging “the vault” with a confident stare, suggesting it recognized her dominance. The clip quickly became popular among fans for its mix of humor and the powerful image she projects as a gymnast. She quipped that she could maintain the stare “all the time,” sparking excitement across social media. This playful aspect of Biles has only enhanced her appeal, as evidenced by over a million views on various platforms—demonstrating that her charm and wit are just as celebrated as her exceptional gymnastics skills.
