In 2021, Simone Biles shocked the world when she pulled out of the Tokyo Olympic Games after experiencing the 'twisties' -- a scary feeling during which gymnasts lose control of their bodies while mid-air. Audiences had expected Simone to dominate these games. With seven Olympic medals, twenty-five World Championships medals, and four gymnastic skills named after her, she is considered to be the G.O.A.T. of women's gymnastics. That summer, however, Simone became more than just a legendary athlete. She became an advocate for mental health and protecting yourself even when the world is watching.
About the AuthorStefanie Loh is the Features Editor of the
Seattle Times, and writes about sports, food, and pop culture. She is also the author of
Who Is Chloe Kim? and
Who Is Megan Rapinoe?Book InformationISBN 9780593521762
Author Stefanie LohFormat Paperback
Page Count 56
Imprint Penguin WorkshopPublisher Penguin Putnam Inc
Weight(grams) 68g
Dimensions(mm) 194mm * 135mm * 4mm