Simone Biles Retires Signature Yurchenko Double Pike Vault

The legendary gymnast bids farewell to her iconic move with a symbolic photoshoot, leaving the door open for future competitions.

Biles announced the retirement of the Yurchenko Double Pike, also known as the Biles II, with an Instagram post featuring a funeral-themed photoshoot.
The move, first performed by Biles in 2021, is one of the most difficult and dangerous vaults in women's gymnastics, with a difficulty score of 6.6.
Biles won gold in the All-Around and Vault Finals at the 2024 Olympics, where she performed the move for the last time.
Despite retiring the vault, Biles has not ruled out competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Fans and fellow gymnasts celebrated Biles' decision, praising her contributions to the sport and her sense of humor.