Simone Biles' Historic Olympic Success
Simone Biles wins her second Olympic all-around gold medal, becoming the first American to do so non-consecutively. She now has a total of 9 Olympic medals and is the most decorated American gymnast in history. Biles overcame a major form break on the uneven bars to clinch the gold with a difficult floor routine set to a Taylor Swift song.
Key Points
- Biles is the first American to win two Olympic all-around gold medals non-consecutively
- She now has 9 Olympic medals and is the most decorated American gymnast in history
- Overcame challenges and difficulties to secure the gold
- Performed a difficult floor routine to clinch the victory
Pros
- Simone Biles wins her second Olympic all-around gold medal
- Most decorated American gymnast in history with 9 Olympic medals
- Overcame obstacles and challenges to achieve success
Cons
- Had a major form break on the uneven bars
- Withdrew from the all-around final in the previous Olympics due to struggle with the 'twisties'