Prioritizing her mental health. Simone Biles has withdrawn from the Tokyo Olympics final individual all-around.The athlete, 24, will not participate in the competition on Thursday, July 29.
USA Gymnastics announced the decision on Wednesday, July 28, in a statement.“After further medical evaluation, Simone Biles has withdrawn from the final individual all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games, in order to focus on her mental health,” the organization said. “Simone will continue to be evaluated daily to determine whether or not to participate in next week’s individual event finals.
Jade Carey, who had the ninth highest score in qualifications, will participate in her place in the all-around.”The statement concluded, “We
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