Simone Biles showcased her resilience and skill during the first day of competition at the Paris Olympics, despite dealing with a bothersome ankle. In what is considered her weakest event, Biles impressed with a score of 14.333, propelling her into first place in the all-around qualifiers.
Despite concerns about her ankle, Biles exhibited flawless execution, culminating in a perfect landing that was met with a beaming smile. The crowd erupted into cheers as she confidently walked off the mat, celebrating with a dance alongside her teammates.
As the day progressed, it became evident that both Team USA and Biles were in a strong position to qualify for the finals. Biles' stellar performance in the all-around qualifiers positioned her as the frontrunner, while Team USA emerged as the top team in qualifying after two subdivisions.