On Tuesday, the sports world shook when superstar United States gymnast Simone Biles withdrew from competing in the team final at the Tokyo Olympics. At first, USA Gymnastics said that she had stepped away because of a physical problem.
“Simone has withdrawn from the team final competition because of a medical issue,” said the organization’s statement. “She will be assessed daily to determine medical clearance for future competitions.”
But that didn’t turn out to be true. Biles later told NBC-TV’s “Today Show” that the emotional toll had become too great.