Overview

• Simone Biles feared public backlash after withdrawing from events at the Tokyo Olympics due to the 'twisties', a dangerous loss of spatial awareness.
• Biles expressed concerns about being banned from America and worried about negative reactions on social media.
• The gymnast took a significant break from competition to focus on her mental health, returning to win more titles.
• Her struggles have sparked broader discussions on athlete mental health and the pressures of elite competition.
• Biles is preparing for the upcoming Paris Olympics, aiming to add to her record-breaking medal tally.