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AchievementJuly 27, 2021· sport

Simone Biles Withdraws from Tokyo Olympics Events, Prioritizes Mental Health

At the Tokyo Olympics, Simone Biles withdrew from the team final and several individual events, citing mental health and a case of the 'twisties.' Her decision sparked a global conversation about athlete mental health and the pressures placed on Black women in sports. She returned to win a bronze on balance beam.