Biles Criticized, Defended for Bowing to Andrade

During the 2024 Paris Olympics, Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles were criticized by Baltimore Ravens' Marlon Humphrey for bowing to Brazil's Rebeca Andrade, who won gold in the floor exercise. Humphrey's comment, calling the act 'literally disgusting,' sparked significant backlash online. Michelle Obama defended the gymnasts, praising their gesture as a moment of sportsmanship and sisterhood. Fans highlighted Andrade's resilience, having overcome three ACL surgeries. Biles emphasized the importance of showing respect to competitors, reinforcing that the gesture was about giving credit where it's due. Humphrey later acknowledged the intense criticism he received on social media.