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Teammates Simone Biles, Sunisa Lee Have Captured Gold — Now They Will Face Off in Historic Battle

While Biles’s success at the Olympics will always be part of her legacy, her outspokenness on mental health issues might prove far more important.

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Gold medalists Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Sunisa Lee, and Hezly Rivera celebrate on the podium during the medal ceremony for the Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final at the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Naomi Baker/Getty Images
GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Two teammates on the American gymnastics team that just won the gold medal, Simone Biles and Sunisa Lee, will make history Thursday when they compete for the women’s individual all-around title.

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GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Mr. Willis is an accomplished writer whose career reflects an unwavering dedication to journalism. His unique insights and extensive contributions have been featured in various press outlets. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, he and his wife Janelle reside at Aventura, Florida.

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