Biles Supports Chiles After Medal Ruling

Simone Biles is advocating for justice for her teammate Jordan Chiles, who was stripped of her bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics after a controversial ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Chiles initially moved from fifth to third place following an appeal regarding the judges' failure to correctly score her routine, but this decision was later reversed based on a procedural dispute. Biles has been in regular contact with Chiles, providing emotional support during this challenging time, emphasizing the importance of expressing feelings and maintaining perspective. She expressed disappointment over the ruling procedures, stating, 'Do we think they did the correct procedures to come to this ruling? No,' highlighting the need for accountability in the sport. Alongside Biles, other athletes like LeBron James have also shown support for Chiles, reinforcing her status as a respected competitor despite the ruling. The situation underscores ongoing debates about fairness and transparency in gymnastics officiating.