American gymnastics legend Biles sacrifices medals for Mental Health

American gymnastics legend #Biles sacrificesAmerican gymnastics legend Biles sacrifices medals for #mentalhealth A record number of medals, after winning four golds at the previous Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.

Biles wanted to break the record of 5 golds in a single #Olympics for a #gymnast, but shocked the world by withdrawing from the all-around team competition, then also withdrew from the all-around singles.

"I have to do what's right for me and focus on my mental health," Simon said in tears. "It was like battling demons."

Simon's withdrawal sheds more light on the need to pay attention to the mental health of athletes, especially since it is not the first time that we hear about a psychological crisis experienced by a major athlete during major tournaments.

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