The record-breaking exploits of gymnast Simone Biles has caught the attention of U.S. president Joe Biden.
Biles, a 19-time world champion, nabbed a record eighth all-around U.S. championship this weekend in San Joe, California.
She scored a total of 118.40 points, which was four more than runner-up Shilese Jones. Biles returned to gymnastics earlier this month after a two-year break.
Her latest performance earned her the praise of President Biden.
When we see Simone compete, we’re witnessing unmatched power and grace,” Biden wrote on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter. “Not only is she the first in history to hold all eight U.S. gymnastics titles, but she’s a trailblazer who spoke up for those who couldn’t speak for themselves.
“You represent the best of America.”
As noted by SportsMax, Bryles is a seven-time Olympic medalist who became the oldest female U.S. champion since the event was organized by USA Gymnastics in 1963.
Briles is “expected” to add to her haul of 25 World Championship medals in Antwerp, Belgium, next month. She has yet to confirm she will compete at next year’s Olympic Games in Paris. She suffered from “the twisties” and had to withdraw from the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
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