promoearn: The latest on Simone Biles' status at Tokyo Olympics

Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Wednesday, July 28

The last 24 hours have not lacked excitement at the Tokyo Olympics, but the focus remains on Simone Biles.

Biles will not be the first woman to win back-to-back all-around Olympic titles since 1968 after USA Gymnastics said Biles will not compete in the event so she can focus on her mental health. Arizona native Jade Carey will replace her in the final. This comes after Biles pulled out of the team final after one event Tuesday.

Not much is clear about Biles' situation going forward, and Biles and gymnasts know that mental health issues can lead to catastrophe when competing.

Biles, 24, returned for her second Olympics as a favorite to win gold in five events, but cited the stress of competing as a contributing factor. "It just sucks when you're fighting with your own head," she said.

Simone Biles and her teammates cheer in the women's team final during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Ariake Gymnastics Centre.

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After withdrawing from the women's all-around final, Biles cheered on the team as they eventually won silver. On Wednesday night, she arrived early to watch the men's all-around final to cheer on Sam Mikulak and Brody Malone.

But there's still more action to follow today, so stay updated with our live blog so you can catch real-time updates from Tokyo.

🥇 Major Team USA wins: The United States men's basketball team finally showed what a team of All-Stars can accomplish after beating Iran 160-66. It was the team's first win after dropping its opening game against France.

Katie Ledecky did it again in overwhelming fashion as she won the inaugural gold medal in the 1,500 freestyle. Ledecky had placed fifth in the 200 freestyle an hour before beating U.S. teammate Erica Sullivan by 4.07 seconds.

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Simone Biles received her gold medal after Tuesday's team final. Russia took gold.

What we know about Simone Biles' status for the Olympics and beyond

Simone Biles has qualified for four individual event finals, starting Sunday, but it's unclear if she will compete after dropping out of other events.