June 28th 2023.
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time, is scheduled to make an appearance at the U.S. Classic in Illinois this August. This competition serves as a warm up to the national championships and will be Biles' first time at a competition since the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
Biles had previously taken an unexpected leave from the sport to focus on her mental health, a trend that highlights the overall wellness of competing athletes. Despite her absence, Biles managed to make history at the Olympics by winning the bronze medal on the balance beam and tying former gymnast Shannon Miller's record for most Olympic medals won by an American female gymnast.
Though Biles is listed on the entry list, it is still uncertain whether she is competing since registration for the competition has already closed. However, USA Gymnastics Athlete Selection Committee may still accept late petitions to compete at their own discretion.
"Every athlete is at a different place in their season and career, and we will support each of them, wherever they are in their journey," USA Gymnastics Chief Programs Officer Stefanie Korepin said.
Since her absence from the sport, Biles has remained busy. She married Jonathan Owens, a defensive back for the NFL's Green Bay Packers, in April.
It is clear that Biles is still a major part of the gymnastics community, and it will be exciting to see her back at the U.S. Classic this August.
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