Simone Biles Receives Support from Gymnastics Community After Sharing Sad News
Simone Biles received a hero’s welcome upon her return in Paris. Winning three Olympic gold medals at the age of 27 is no small feat, considering that it has been 72 years since a female U.S. gymnast last competed in the Olympics at this age! While these impressive statistics highlight Biles’ extraordinary achievements, they also bring about discussions regarding aging and athletic performance—all pointing to an inevitable conclusion: Simone Biles is getting older.
Although the gymnastics community would not welcome this development, Biles is gradually acknowledging the impact of aging. In a Today interview ahead of Paris, the gymnastics legend revealed that her body has noticeably changed. The 27-year-old confessed to experiencing soreness right after competitions and noted that as time goes by, she requires longer periods for recovery and healing.
With each day, Biles is suggesting more clearly that her career may be approaching its end. Recently on Threads, she shared some sobering news with her fans: the 7-time Olympic gold medalist announced she’ll no longer perform one of her signature moves. She wrote, “the fact I’ll never do a triple double again.” This revelation was undoubtedly difficult for the gymnastics community to absorb since the triple-double has been both a fan favorite and considered one of the most challenging floor routines.
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Debuting in 2019, the triple-double is a challenging routine where Biles performs two backflips with three twists while tucked. Despite its high difficulty, the US gymnastics star has mastered it through years of rigorous training. Therefore, news that this move will be retired is likely disappointing for fans. Moreover, there are additional indications from Biles suggesting her potential in gymnastics might be waning.
In a recent interview with Jimmy Fallon, Simone Biles was asked about her potential participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Rather than responding directly or displaying enthusiasm, she replied with, “Everybody wants to know this question. Can I just live?” Her tone suggested some frustration since she had previously indicated plans to retire from all-around competition. As news of her comment spread, fans rallied in support of the legendary gymnast.
Simone Biles receives widespread support from the gymnastics community regarding a significant career decision.
Once the news went viral, fans flooded the comment section to praise the gymnastics G.O.A.T. One fan expressed concern about a significant change in Biles’ career, asking, “Did I miss an announcement?” Although saddened by her decision, they quickly recognized Simone’s monumental influence on gymnastics: “You’ve given so much of yourself to this sport. Thank you for sharing your gymnastics with all of us.” At 27 years old, Biles became the oldest U.S. female gymnast to compete in the Olympics in 72 years and secured four gold medals in Paris—bringing her total Olympic gold count to seven. Her transformative impact on the sport over the past decade ensures she remains an enduring inspiration for aspiring athletes.
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After Simone Biles announced she would no longer perform the triple-double, a fan expressed their support by saying, “You’ve accomplished so much already. I bet you continue to do them every night in your dreams. You’re an incredibly powerful woman with astounding potential for greatness. You amaze me.” By retiring the triple-double, Biles acknowledges the physical demands and challenges that even top athletes face as they age. Despite this decision, her legacy remains unmatched with five skills named after her—the triple-double on floor exercise being one of them—highlighting her unparalleled dominance in gymnastics.
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Echoing similar sentiments, another fan expressed that Simone would continue to reign as the queen of artistic gymnastics no matter what path she chooses in the future. “Even just walking a straight line, you’d still be the GOAT, Simone! ❤️” Fans understand that Biles’ greatness isn’t solely measured by her routines but also by her lasting impact and record-breaking achievements.
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