Simone Biles
Simone Biles is an American gymnast widely regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time, holding the record as the most decorated gymnast in World Championship history.
Gymnastics skills too difficult for anyone else to safely attempt have been named directly after her, a rare honor reflecting just how far ahead of the sport she's pushed it.
Early Dominance
Biles rose to prominence in the early 2010s, winning her first World Championship all-around title in 2013, and went on to dominate the sport for the following decade with an unprecedented combination of technical difficulty and precision.
Skills Named in Her Honor
Biles has had multiple exceptionally difficult gymnastics skills officially named after her due to being the first gymnast to successfully perform them in competition, a rare honor reflecting her extraordinary technical innovation within the sport.
Olympic Achievement Across Games
Biles has won numerous Olympic medals across the 2016 Tokyo, 2020 (held in 2021), and 2024 Paris Olympic Games, demonstrating sustained excellence and competitive longevity across multiple Olympic cycles.
Prioritizing Mental Health
Biles drew significant international attention and widespread praise for prioritizing her mental health, withdrawing from several events at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics — a decision widely credited with helping reduce stigma around athletes discussing mental health struggles publicly.
Redefining Gymnastics
Biles's combination of technical innovation, competitive dominance, and public advocacy has fundamentally reshaped both the technical standards and cultural conversation surrounding modern gymnastics.
