Support poured in for U.S. gymnast Simone Biles, who withdrew from the women’s team final at the Tokyo Games after a disappointing vault, saying she had to focus on her mental health. “After the performance I did, I just didn’t want to go on,”
Biles, 24, who has won 30 Olympic and World titles, The 24-year-old American later said her future at the Games will be determined later.
Meanwhile, support for Biles poured in from teammates, Olympians past and present, celebrities and others.
Here’s what some people are saying:
Jordan Chiles, U.S. Olympics gymnast, who replaced Biles
“That was a huge thing. When I was told that I had to put my grips on, I was just like OMG. Those were definitely some big shoes that I had to fill and I’m very happy that I was able to do that. Yes, she is the GOAT (greatest of all time). I was able to show the world that not only can you fill amazing people’s shoes but we also did this together as well.”
Mai Murakami, Japanese Olympic gymnast
“This is very unusual for her, but if you’re under a lot of pressure it can affect your body… I think she decided to save her body for later this week, for the all-around and apparatus.”
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