Simone biles

The gravity-defying performances of gymnast Simone Biles have placed her in a class by herself, demolishing previous standards of difficulty and inspiring the awe of coaches, competitors and former champions. Her life might have turned out very differently. At the age of two, she and her siblings were taken from their drug-addicted mother and placed in foster care. Adopted by her grandfather and his wife, she was introduced to gymnastics during a day-care field trip at age six. Her talent…

In an new interview, Simone Biles said she "broke down" after husband Jonathan Owens' viral comments about their relationship. "I thought it was hilarious at first, and then they hurt my feelings," Biles said of the comments about her marriage that followed.

Simone Biles picked up another gold medal plus a rare standing ovation amid her long-waited comeback.

Simone Biles says she is taking a year off from training following her great success at the Rio Olympics.

She's the first woman to ever win four all-around titles.

Simone Biles had expressed concern before going to Tokyo for the Olympic Games, but came away with more than medals

She's now the most decorated gymnast in World Championships history after winning her 24th world medal

Podium training gives the athletes a chance to practice their skills ahead of the actual competition