Many athletes at the Olympic Games draw strength and encouragement from their friends and family, as competing on such a grand stage is often the realization of a lifelong dream. Winning a medal represents the pinnacle of their dedication and hard work.
For legendary gymnast Simone Biles, the journey is slightly different, but she too relies heavily on the support of her family as she seeks to further enhance her already stellar legacy. Biles’ husband, Jonathan Owens, recently shared a heartfelt message as he traveled to France to support her in this year’s competition.
“Coming for you baby,” Owens posted on his Instagram story on Monday, showing his unwavering support for his wife.
Owens, a defensive back for the Chicago Bears, is making his way to Paris to watch Biles and her team compete for the gold medal on Tuesday in the women’s gymnastics team final. Team USA is aiming to secure the gold in this event for the fourth time in history. In Tokyo, the team was held to silver after Biles had to step away due to mental health concerns.
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Biles has the opportunity to make history if she wins just one medal at these Olympics.
She is currently tied with Shannon Miller for the most medals earned by an American gymnast, with seven.
This year, Biles is competing in the team event as well as three individual disciplines, which could potentially see her leave Paris with up to four more gold medals. Such an achievement would further solidify her status as the greatest gymnast of all time.
Any medal victory would be especially significant given the challenges she faced during the Tokyo Olympics.
Biles has been open about the mental health struggles she encountered at the last Olympic Games, and she is determined to move past those difficulties as she aims for more gold in Paris. Her resilience and transparency about her struggles have inspired many, and she is looking to make a triumphant return.
In Paris, Biles will be well-supported by her husband and other family members who will be cheering her on from the stands. Their presence will undoubtedly provide a boost as she competes, reminding her that she is not alone in her pursuit of excellence.
As Biles takes on this new challenge, her family’s support will be a cornerstone of her drive to succeed and make history once again.
