Simone Biles becomes youngest living person to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

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Joe Biden has awarded Olympic gymnast Simone Biles the Presidential Medal of Freedom, making her the youngest living person to ever receive the honour.

The 25-year-old Olympic medalist is among the 17 honorees who were awarded the nation’s highest civilian honour on Thursday 7 July.

Apart from being the most decorated US gymnast in history – winning 32 Olympic and World Champion medals – Biles has also been an outspoken advocate for mental health and sexual assault survivors. “Simone Biles, the most decorated American gymnast in history,” the president said during the ceremony, as he delivered remarks in the East Room of the White House. “When we see her compete, we see unmatched power and determination, grace and daring.

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