BET Awards 2022: Take a Look Back at Some of Simone Biles’ Most Impressive Record Breaking Moments
Simone Biles is one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Still, if there were any doubts about the notion, the 25-year-old’s accolades, including having the most World medal of any gender and record-breaking achievements, would surely beg to differ. The star began her elite career when she was 14-years and has since been an inspiration both on and off the mat. So it’s not surprising that she’s nominated for the “Sportswoman of the Year Award” alongside several legendary athletes, including Brittney Griner, Candace Parker, Naomi Osaka, Serena Williams, and Sha’ Carri Richardson.
Before we find out who will be crowned sportswoman of the year at the BET Awards 2022 hosted by award-winning actress Taraji P. Henson live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 26th at 8 pm ET, check out how Simone Biles is crushing the gymnastic world with these record-breaking moments.
2019 World Championships
During the 2019 U.S. National World Championships, Simone placed first in the all-around final by a margin of 2.1 points. It marked the highest margin of victory in a women’s all-around final ever. She was also the first female gymnast to receive five overall gold medals.
2019 World Championships Pt. Two
Simone’s all-around performance wasn’t the only thing making headlines at the 2019 World Championship. The gymnast took home five gold medals alone during the sporting event, beating retired Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina’s record.
World Artistic Gymnastics Championships
Simone holds the record for most career medals at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships with 25 wins, consisting of 19 gold medals and five individual all-around titles. She also broke the record for all genders.
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2016 Rio Olympics
The seasoned athlete broke a USA record for most medals in a single Olympics by a female gymnast when she earned five awards at the 2016 Rio Olympic games, including four gold and one bronze.
First Double-Double Dismount on Beam
During her set at the tUS National Gymnastics in Kansas City, Missouri, on August 9, 2019, Simone became the first female to land a triple-double during her floor routine.
Tune in to the BET Awards 2022 Sunday, June 26 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on BET.
