Simone Biles

Simone Biles is an American professional gymnast, born on March 14, 1997, in Columbus, Ohio. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Biles began her professional career with the US Gymnastics Junior National Team before moving to the senior level in 2013, where she won multiple titles, including five World all-around titles and four Olympic gold medals.

Biles is known for her incredible power, precision, and ability to perform extremely difficult skills. She has won numerous individual awards, including the Laureus Sportswoman of the Year, and holds multiple records, such as the most World Championship medals won by a gymnast.

Off the mat, Biles is also recognized for her advocacy work, speaking out against abuse in gymnastics and inspiring millions worldwide.

US Gymnastics Junior National Team

• Youth and Early Career: Biles was born and raised in Texas and began gymnastics as a child. She made her debut for the US Junior National Team in 2011.

US Gymnastics Senior National Team

• Early Success: Biles moved to the senior level in 2013. Under the guidance of coach Aimee Boorman, she developed into one of the world's best gymnasts, winning her first World all-around title in 2013 and an Olympic gold medal in 2016.

US National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for the US Senior National Team in 2013.

Achievements:

• Olympic Games: 4 gold medals, 1 bronze.
• World Championships: 19 gold medals, 3 silver, 2 bronze.
• Biles is the most decorated American gymnast and the third most decorated gymnast in the world.

• Specialties: Known for her powerful and precise performances on all four apparatus, especially floor exercise and vault.
• Skills: Known for her ability to perform extremely difficult skills, Biles has multiple skills named after her in the gymnastics Code of Points, including the 'Biles' on floor and the 'Biles II' on beam.

• Family: Biles was adopted by her grandparents, who she refers to as her parents. She has three siblings.
• Advocacy: Biles is a vocal advocate against abuse in gymnastics and has spoken out about her own experiences as a survivor of sexual abuse.

• Simone Biles is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her courage, resilience, and advocacy work. Her impact extends beyond the gymnastics world, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Medals in World Championships:

• 25 medals

Most Gold Medals at a single World Championships:

• 5 gold medals in 2018 and 2019

Most World All-Around Titles:

• 5 titles

Most Olympic Medals by an American Gymnast:

• 7 medals

Books

• Biles, S., & Burford, M. (2016). Courage to Soar: A Body in Motion, A Life in Balance. Zondervan.
• Capps, J. (2018) Simone Biles: Superstar of Gymnastics. Sports Stars with Heart.

Websites

• USA Gymnastics: Information about Simone Biles’ career and achievements. Available at: https://usagym.org
• Olympics: Details about Biles’ Olympic performances. Available at: https://www.olympic.org

Articles

• ESPN: Simone Biles: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com/olympics/gymnastics/story/_/id/27184888/simone-biles-career-numbers
• The Guardian: Simone Biles’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/simone-biles

Interviews and Documentaries

• Simone Biles: The GOAT (2020): Documentary providing a detailed look at Biles’ life and career.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Simone Biles, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.espn.com