Court Restores Gymnastics Medal Rankings

Simone Biles has publicly supported her teammate Jordan Chiles amid a controversy regarding Chiles' bronze medal in the gymnastics floor exercise at the Paris Olympics. The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled that an appeal to modify Chiles' score was submitted too late, restoring the original results and relegating Chiles from third to fifth place. This decision allows Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu to be recognized as the bronze medalist instead. Biles expressed her encouragement for Chiles on Instagram, emphasizing the importance of mental health for athletes involved in the dispute. Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu hailed the ruling as a triumph for justice, while concerns have been raised about the emotional impact on the affected gymnasts. Biles, a celebrated gymnast, has recently returned to competition after overcoming personal challenges, further solidifying her status as one of the sport's greatest athletes.