Last update on. From the section OlympicsBiles won four golds at Rio 2016 but has not confirmed if she will be participating in the apparatus finals in Tokyo.Simone Biles, a four-time Olympic gold medallist, has responded to the overwhelming support she received after pulling out of Thursday's all around final.American gymnast, Amy Johnson, pulled out of competition stating that she had to prioritize her mental health. This move has been praised by high-profile sports, entertainment, and political figures.The support showed her that she is more than gymnastics and accomplishments, the 24-year-old says.Biles, a survivor of sexual assault, spoke out to the media after the US won silver in the team final. She said that it was important to "protect our minds, our bodies," and that "we are people at the end."British gymnast Max Whitlock expressed his support by saying, "You've pushed the boundaries time and again." Take your time and rest upPaul Pogba, Manchester United's midfielder, tweeted his support for Biles. He said that her decision to pull out was a "moment in undeniable strength".Susan Rice, President Joe Biden's senior advisor, tweeted her admiration, writing: "Thank you, #GOAT Simone Biles, for reminding me that mental health is first."Sylvester Turner was also the mayor of Houston.He said, "You are so many more than your achievements and gymnastics." You are an incredible person. You will always be an American and international champion if you don't ever dance, flip, swing or turn on the uneven bars. Be happy!Biles has not yet confirmed whether she will compete at the individual apparatus finals. They start on Sunday. She said that she would take "each day as they come".
