Posted on Aug 5, 2023
Simone Biles returns to competition this weekend for the first time since Tokyo
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The most decorated gymnast of all time is getting back on the floor.
Simone Biles will compete on Saturday for the first time in two years, since dramatically bowing out of the all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympics due to a spatial affliction known as "the twisties."
The U.S. Classic, taking place in the Chicago suburb of Hoffman Estates, is the last chance for athletes to qualify for the national championships in San Jose later this month.
Biles, now 26, took part in a U.S. national team camp last month and reportedly took the top scores in every event but the uneven bars — traditionally her "weakest" apparatus – in which she took third. The superstar has been busy with other things since the Olympics, including getting married this spring to NFL safety Jonathan Owens.
The most decorated gymnast of all time is getting back on the floor.
Simone Biles will compete on Saturday for the first time in two years, since dramatically bowing out of the all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympics due to a spatial affliction known as "the twisties."
The U.S. Classic, taking place in the Chicago suburb of Hoffman Estates, is the last chance for athletes to qualify for the national championships in San Jose later this month.
Biles, now 26, took part in a U.S. national team camp last month and reportedly took the top scores in every event but the uneven bars — traditionally her "weakest" apparatus – in which she took third. The superstar has been busy with other things since the Olympics, including getting married this spring to NFL safety Jonathan Owens.
Simone Biles returns to competition this weekend for the first time since Tokyo
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..."How to watch Biles and Lee compete
In the US, CNBC, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app will broadcast the senior women’s sessions on Saturday, while Peacock will stream the competitions simultaneously.
The first senior women’s session takes place from 1 p.m ET to 3 p.m ET, with the platforms broadcasting the session from 2 p.m. ET. Biles takes part in the second session.
From 8 p.m. ET, it is expected that CNBC and Peacock will show Biles competing in the uneven bars, balance beam, floor exercise and vault. Those outside of the US can watch the competition via USA Gymnastics YouTube."
..."How to watch Biles and Lee compete
In the US, CNBC, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app will broadcast the senior women’s sessions on Saturday, while Peacock will stream the competitions simultaneously.
The first senior women’s session takes place from 1 p.m ET to 3 p.m ET, with the platforms broadcasting the session from 2 p.m. ET. Biles takes part in the second session.
From 8 p.m. ET, it is expected that CNBC and Peacock will show Biles competing in the uneven bars, balance beam, floor exercise and vault. Those outside of the US can watch the competition via USA Gymnastics YouTube."
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I really liked her, she is so bright and bubbly, full of energy. I wish her well.
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
MSgt Dale Johnson In My Minds Eye I still see Her as a Little Girl. She has Grown Up since the Olympics.
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