4x Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles GRATEFUL for having 5th skill named after her following IMPRESSIVE performance at World Gymnastics Championship
Simone Biles won her 27th medal at the global championships, shattering the previous mark of 34 for both the world championships and the Olympics.
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Simone Biles‘ fame and popularity have been rising at a galloping speed. Expressing her thoughts on Instagram, Biles revealed her excitement regarding the recognition of a gymnastics skill named after her. At the recent World Gymnastics Championships, she surpassed all previous gymnasts to become the most successful gymnast in history.
The 26-year-old stated that the world championships held in Antwerp, Belgium, hold great significance to her, as she showcased a compilation of pictures capturing her time at the championships. Simone Biles received the first recognition of having a skill named after her in this particular place. After a decade had passed, she proudly received the distinction of having her fifth skill named too.
She continued, “I’m speechless. I’m honored,” expressing her elation. A new skill was named after the gymnast, recognizing her expertise in the sport. “Biles II” will be the designated name for the Yurchenko double pike, performed by Biles at the championships. According to the Gymnastics National Governing Board, it will be done as a tribute to her groundbreaking achievement.
Simone Biles conveyed her gratitude for the immense love and support she received, expressing sincere appreciation. Biles appeared tearful as she stood on the podium in the initial photo of her post. On October 6, she triumphantly received a gold medal for her outstanding performance in the Women’s All-Round final held in Antwerp.
After completing a flawless floor routine, the gymnast who won the competition posed for a picture with a beaming smile. The 26-year-old was seen celebrating her win at the Women’s Individual All-Around Final in other pictures taken after her floor routine.
Simone Biles and WCC coach Cecile Canqueteau-Landi were filled with joy as they hugged each other after her impressive balance beam routine on October 8. During the championships, Biles wore a broad smile as she showcased her gold medal on the stage in the last photo.
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ABC News reported that a skill can only be named after a gymnast if it is successfully executed in an international competition. Biles’ other skills include performing on the floor, leaping from a platform, and maintaining balance on a slim beam.
“My role model,” Sunisa Lee, an Olympic gymnast, wrote in the comments section of Biles’ most recent post. Gymnast Jordan Bowers expressed her delight in witnessing her success. Expressing her admiration, Leanne Wong, the gymnast, spoke highly of the astounding 5th skill.
With a cumulative count of 34 medals, Simone Biles holds the record for the most medals ever achieved in gymnastics. In Antwerp’s recent championships, she clinched her sixth gold medal in the all-around championship, solidifying her dominance in the sport. During the 1990s, the athlete’s score matched that of Belarusian gymnast Vitaly Scherbo.
On Wednesday, the 26-year-old expressed gratitude to her family and fans for supporting her after her record-breaking achievement in Antwerp. On her Instagram, Biles conveyed her heartfelt appreciation to all the fans, friends, family, and partners who have been tremendous pillars of support during her mental health journey. The support, fondness, and unwavering trust fans have shown in her have been invaluable in her journey towards excellence and self-improvement.
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