Simone Biles‘ latest appearance at the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year Awards wasn’t just about her historic achievements-it was a moment that had everyone talking.
Biles, who dominated the Paris Olympics last summer by winning four medals, including three golds, added another accolade to her collection when she was named Sports Illustrated’s 2024 Sportsperson of the Year. The event, held in Las Vegas, celebrated her remarkable return to the Olympic stage three years after facing mental health challenges and the “twisties” in Tokyo.
Her friend and former teammate, Aly Raisman, paid tribute with a heartfelt Instagram post following the event. Meanwhile, Biles herself posted snapshots of the evening, captioning them as a “night to remember.”
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But it wasn’t just her accolades that stole the spotlight. The 27-year-old gymnast dazzled in a sheer, sparkling dress that quickly became the talk of social media, with fans and followers flooding her post with praise.
While Biles’ style turned heads, her comments about her future in gymnastics raised even more intrigue. Despite her Paris triumphs, she revealed she may not return for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Would Biles really consider returning?
“Life and death,” Biles told Sports Illustrated, referring to what it would take to come back. “Because I’ve accomplished so much, there’s almost nothing left to do, rather than to just be snobby and to try again-and for what? I’m at a point in my career where I’m humble enough to know when to be done.”
Biles also reflected on the sacrifices involved in continuing her career. “When you’re younger, it’s like, prom, college. Now it’s like, starting a family, being away from my husband. What’s really worth it?”
With or without another Olympic appearance, Biles has cemented herself as the most decorated gymnast in American history. The decision to step away might be the only thing left for her to conquer.