How Simone Biles Shaped the Future: A Legacy Timeline

A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Simone Biles across different fields.

Simone Biles is an American artistic gymnast, considered one of the greatest of all time. She holds the record for the most decorated gymnast in history, with a combined total of 41 Olympic and World Championship medals. Her accomplishments include 11 Olympic medals, tying her as the second-most decorated female Olympic gymnast, and the most Olympic medals earned by a U.S. gymnast. Biles's dominance and influence have solidified her status as a sporting icon.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

2013: Poor Performance and Consultation with Sports Psychologist

In July 2013, Simone Biles had a poor performance at the U.S. Classic, falling several times and twisting her ankle. Following this, she consulted a sports psychologist, who helped her with anxiety and confidence issues.

September 2016: Disclosure of ADHD and Medication Use

In September 2016, following a cyber espionage attack on the World Anti-Doping Agency, Simone Biles disclosed that she has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and has been permitted to take medication for it under a therapeutic use exemption.

December 2016: Sponsorship of USS Enterprise

In December 2016, Simone Biles was selected as one of the sponsors of the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Enterprise alongside Katie Ledecky, marking them as the first Olympians to receive this honor.

September 15, 2021: Biles Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee

On September 15, 2021, Simone Biles testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, holding "the entire system" responsible for enabling Larry Nassar's crimes, criticizing USA Gymnastics and the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee for failing in their duties.

September 2021: Time 100

In September 2021, Simone Biles was named to the Time 100, which is an annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world, for her work in "championing mental health".