At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Flavia Saraiva competed with a bandaged face and black eye, yet still earned a historic bronze for Brazil’s gymnastics team. Despite her injury, she performed an “amazing routine,” helping Brazil win its first-ever team medal in women’s gymnastics.
Simone Biles led Team USA to gold, despite calf pain. Performing to Taylor Swift’s “Ready for It?,” Biles made minor errors but showcased her skill, extending her record to 38 career medals. “I think we all had something to prove from Tokyo,” Biles remarked. “And tonight we did just that.”
The U.S. team, including Biles, Sunisa Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera, scored 171.296 points, securing their ninth consecutive team event medal.
Shilese Jones faced a tough break, tearing her ACL and meniscus before her second Olympic Trials. Despite this, she remains a key figure in gymnastics, having contributed to Team USA’s World Championships gold.
These stories illustrate the Olympic spirit of resilience and dedication.
