Simone Biles doesn’t owe anyone an explanation — but she’s giving us one anyway. The most decorated gymnast of all time bowed out of several events in the Tokyo Olympics earlier this week, citing mental health issues.
Leading up to the team final, she had given unusually poor performances due to “the twisties” — a psychological phenomenon many gymnasts experience that impact their ability to do their usual tricks. Related: Simone Hints Withdrawal Connected To Larry Nassar Abuse Trauma Considering all she’s been through in the sport — not only rising to elite status and becoming the undisputed GOAT of gymnastics, but also suffering the same sexual abuse as hundreds of other members of the US women’s national team — the 24-year-old’s choice
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