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Simone Biles Says 2028 Olympic Decision Remains Open as She Takes a Reset

She expects to be present at the Los Angeles Games in some role even if she does not compete.

Simone Biles of the United States performs her routine during the Artistic Gymnastics, Women's Floor Final at the Bercy Arena during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games on August 5th, 2024 in Paris, France.
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Overview

  • Speaking at the Ready25 Conference in Sydney, Biles said she has not decided on a 2028 return and is taking time off to reset mentally, physically and emotionally.
  • She noted that an Olympic push demands four years of preparation, significant sacrifices and coordination with those around her.
  • Biles indicated the Yurchenko double pike she performed in Paris will be her final competitive attempt of that vault.
  • Reporting states she has no competitions scheduled for 2025 following her Paris Olympics performances.
  • A comeback in Los Angeles would give her a chance to tie Larisa Latynina’s record for most Olympic golds by a gymnast, as Biles holds 11 Olympic medals, including seven golds.