Suni Lee on balance beam fall

Suni Lee, a Team USA gymnast and six-time Olympic medalist, humorously addressed her recent fall during the balance beam final at the 2024 Paris Olympics by participating in a viral TikTok trend. In her video, captioned 'Unfortunately I was selected for the Olympics,' Lee showcased her tumble while using a remixed version of the U.S. national anthem, which resonated with many viewers and has garnered over 32 million views. Lee explained that the quiet atmosphere of the competition contributed to her stress, as she thrives on crowd energy, a sentiment echoed by fellow gymnast Simone Biles. Despite the fall, Lee had a successful Olympics, winning gold in the women's team event and bronzes in the all-around and uneven bars. The trend Lee joined has seen athletes humorously highlighting their own sporting mishaps, helping to humanize the pressure of competition. Lee's lighthearted approach has been praised, reinforcing her status as an iconic figure in gymnastics.