Biles: LA 2028? She’s not rushing to the podium
Simone Biles, the GOAT of gymnastics with seven Olympic golds, isn’t making any promises about competing in LA 2028. At 28, fresh off a Paris triumph with three golds and a silver, she’s feeling the burn—and her body’s sent a memo.
She told L’Equipe that LA “seems so far away, and my body is aging. I felt it in Paris”. After Paris, she collapsed in her room and was out of action for 10 da. She’s torn between training and chilling in the stands—“I still haven’t decided”.
Stats & Snippets
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Age now | 28 (turns 31 before LA 2028) |
| Olympic tally | 7 golds, 11 total medals |
| Paris haul | Team, All‑Around, Vault golds + silver |
| Recovery post‑Paris | Collapsed, out for 10 days |
| Mental health advocacy | Committed voice for athletes’ wellbeing |
Why the Hold-Up?
- Body saying “nope” – Collapsed in Paris and still nursing aches.
- Life beyond gymnastics – Wants to support her NFL husband, enjoy being just Simone.
- New talent rising – She praised Rebeca Andrade, saying gymnastics “only needs one of us”
What’s Next?
- Biles will attend LA 2028—role undecided: competitor or spectator.
- Her body’s time and motivation are key—not retirement, but re-evaluation.
- Gym’s watching her next move: will she step back or go again?
Bottom Line
Simone Biles might retire from Olympic competition—but won’t retire from life. LA 2028 is a maybe, but mental health, marital support and physical wellness are front and centre. One thing’s for sure: wherever she is—vault, stands, or fully chilling—she’ll keep inspiring.
