Simone Biles just proved she is gymnastics’ greatest of all time by winning the U.S. All-Around Title for the ninth time in her career. While there have been a lot of personalities that congratulated her, NBA icon Magic Johnson stood out with an awesome message of his own.
Biles once again etched her name in the record books by winning the most recent U.S Gymnastics Championships held in Fort Worth, Texas. Apart from showcasing her exceptional skills at the said event, the nine-time champion also secured her spot in the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.
Before gearing up for her third stint as an American Olympian, Biles displayed an almost-flawless technique on all four apparatuses. As a result, her performance landed a gold medal in each event for the champion. This feat solidified her claim as the greatest gymnast of all time, especially after surpassing the record Biles set last year when she won her eighth title.
Despite a minor setback when Biles fell during a Yurchenko double pike vault, the gymnast still maintained her composure and finished with an all-around score of 119.75. This win came after her victorious run at the U.S. Classic last month.
NBA Icon Magic Johnson Congratulates Simone Biles After Historic Gymnastics Win
After her historic win, various personalities congratulated Biles for making history. Among those who did so was Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson in a message he posted on X.
“The GOAT of gymnastics, Simone Biles, is back!
Congratulations on winning your record 9th US All Around Title! It’s exciting to have you back and it’ll be a thrill to watch you participate in the Olympics this summer!” Johnson tweeted.
Biles will once again represent the United States in the upcoming Olympics in Paris, France. Fans will be eagerly anticipating her return to the global stage to see if she can bring home the gold soon.
Having NBA legend Magic Johnson drop such a cool message is already a feat on its own. This moment goes to show that a sporting great, indeed, recognizes another great in her peak
