In 1997, the minimum age for women gymnasts was raised to 16. Some thought it would usher in a less competitive era. Instead, athletes of incredible skill and longevity emerged.
Simone Biles
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How ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and recipes psyched Rebeca Andrade up to best Simone Biles
You might be surprised to learn that “Grey’s Anatomy” and recipes were on the Brazilian gymnast’s mind on the eve of her gold medal winning routine in the Olympics floor event.
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Tracing USA Gymnastics’ journey from rock bottom back to Olympic dominance
Six years ago, USA Gymnastics was on the brink of collapse amid a sex abuse scandal that had cost it sponsorships and piled up lawsuits. Now, the organization hopes it has turned the page.
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Olympian Simone Biles Has Her Priorities Straight
The champion gymnast showed a lot of guts in withdrawing from her events in Tokyo.
