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Simone Biles Makes Historic Return, Becomes Most Decorated Gymnast Ever at 2023 World Championships

  • Simone Biles returned to gymnastics after a two-year break and led the U.S. women's team to a record seventh consecutive title at the 2023 World Championships in Belgium.
  • Biles landed the difficult Yurchenko double pike vault, named Biles II, becoming the first woman to complete it in international competition.
  • Biles won the all-around title for a sixth time, bringing her total world and Olympic medal count to 34 and making her the most decorated gymnast ever.
  • Despite a fall during vault finals, Biles won silver and added three more gold medals on beam and floor exercise.
  • At 26 years old, Biles continues to push the boundaries of the sport and has hinted she intends to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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