Simone Biles, the renowned gymnast, concluded her Paris Olympic journey with three gold medals and a silver, solidifying her status as one of the greatest gymnasts of her generation. Despite finishing second in the floor exercise to Rebeca Andrade of Brazil, Biles showcased her exceptional talent once again. The U.S. gymnast Jordan Chiles also secured a bronze medal after a review of her routine's difficulty level.
The diversity and inclusivity of gymnastics were highlighted as Biles, Andrade, and Sunisa Lee stood on the podium together, representing different backgrounds. Biles, an 11-time Olympic medalist, has not ruled out competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Other Highlights from Day 10
Noah Lyles breezed through the 200-meter heat, aiming to achieve a rare double victory in sprinting. Valarie Allman clinched gold in the women's discus, while Keely Hodgkinson secured Britain's first athletics gold in the women's 800 meters.
In beach volleyball, U.S. teams faced mixed results, with some falling short in the quarterfinals. The Seine River hosted the Olympic triathletes after water quality tests deemed it safe for swimming, with Germany winning the gold in the team relay.
Spain advanced to the Olympic men's soccer final by defeating Morocco, setting up a showdown with host France. The British cyclists set a world record in the women's team sprint, securing their nation's first medal in the event.
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