Beyoncé celebrates gymnast Simone Biles’ historic Olympic win: “Brilliance – it doesn’t come easy”

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Beyoncé has shown her support for superstar gymnast Simone Biles.The US has been performing incredibly well at the latest instalment of the Olympic Games since it kicked off last Friday (July 26) – currently leading in overall medals and is behind only China when it comes to Gold medals.Now, pop legend Beyoncé has shown her support for the US gymnast Simone Biles in a new video for NBC Sports, and hailed the athlete as both “inspiring” and “brilliant”.The clip offers an overview of the journey Biles has taken to get to the 2024 Olympics, and comprises several clips of her performances over the years.

It also comes with narration from Bey, who expresses how seeing the progress made by Biles has inspired her.“Let’s talk about power.

Because, really, that’s what this story’s about: Physical power. Its beauty, its wonder. The way it never stops amazing you,” the singer says in the voiceover. “Then there’s spiritual power, the kind that really matters.

The power you can’t see, only sense. The power you need in those moments when life goes a little sideways on you.“And, of course, lasting power.