Simone Biles is ready to compete again.
The four-timeOlympic gold medalistrecently confirmed reports that she’s returning to gymnastics following a two-year hiatus from the sport.
The news wasfirst sharedin late June, though Biles remained quiet on social media for the following days.
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Sorry, I’ve been a little MIA since the announcement, shetweetedon July 5.
I’m overwhelmed with all your messages, support & love!
Excited to get back out on the competition floor.
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Shereflected on her decisionin an inspiring Instagram post a month later.
Im proud of myself and the career Ive had thus far.
This Olympics doesnt erase the past accomplishments Ive achieved nor does it define who I am as an athlete.
Simone Biles also shared a message for those who use the wordquitterto describe her.
Ive pushed through so much the past couple years, the wordquitteris not in my vocabulary, she continued.
See you in August, Simone.
