PARIS, Francis — Simone Biles has clinched the women’s team gold medal for the United States in gymnastics, delivering a standout performance that secured victory for her team.
With a score of 14.666 on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, Biles propelled the U.S. women over the top, defeating Italy, which took the silver, and Brazil, which claimed the bronze.
As the final scores were announced, the arena erupted in cheers, with chants of “U-S-A” echoing through the stands.
The packed house was filled with an electric atmosphere, supercharged by the presence of celebrities such as Serena Williams, Spike Lee, and billionaire Bill Gates.
The U.S. team, consisting of Biles, Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera, dominated the competition with a total score of 171.296.
This victory marks a significant moment in Biles’ career. It earned her an eighth Olympic medal and, surpassing Shannon Miller, made her the most decorated American gymnast of all time.
At 27 years old, Biles is now the oldest American woman to win gymnastics gold, surpassing Aly Raisman, who previously held the record at 22. Biles’ performance in these Paris Olympics has solidified her status as the greatest of all time.
With the team competition complete, attention now shifts to the individual finals, which begin on Thursday.
Both Biles and Lee have qualified to compete for gold in the all-around, while Lee also qualified for the beam and bars finals.
Chiles will compete in the floor final, and Carey will take on the vault.
Biles, who qualified for the vault, beam, and floor finals as well, has the opportunity to earn four more medals at these Games.
The stage is set for more historic performances from Biles and her teammates as they continue to showcase their extraordinary talents on the world stage.
