Netflix's 'Simone Biles Rising' Explores Gymnast's Journey Through Triumph and Trauma

The docuseries delves into Biles' withdrawal from the Tokyo Olympics, her mental health struggles, and her return to gymnastics for the Paris 2024 Games.

• The two-part series covers Biles' decision to pull out of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics due to the twisties, a dangerous mental block.
• Biles connects her struggles in Tokyo to delayed trauma from the Larry Nassar abuse scandal.
• Director Katie Walsh aims to present Biles as a full human being, not just an athlete, highlighting her advocacy for mental health and abuse survivors.
• The series examines the history and culture of gymnastics, including perspectives from other gymnasts and experts.
• Future episodes will follow Biles at the Paris 2024 Olympics, capturing her ongoing journey.

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