Simone Biles: Media
American gymnast
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The most-decorated American gymnast
Simone Biles of the United States after winning a gold medal in the vault at the...
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Simone Biles performing on the balance beam during the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic...
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Simone Biles competing on the balance beam in the women's team event at the 2016...
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A balancing act
Simone Biles performing on the balance beam at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games (delayed...
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An unparalleled gymnast
Simone Biles competing on the uneven bars during qualifications for the 2023 world...
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American gymnast Simone Biles competing in the floor exercise at the 2023 world championships;...
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Biles on the vault
American gymnast Simone Biles performing on the vault during the women's team final...
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