MyKayla Skinner on Simone Biles
MyKayla Skinner on Simone Biles

MyKayla Skinner on Simone Biles

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MyKayla Skinner has publicly pleaded with Simone Biles to help end the cyberbullying she has faced following a controversial comment about the U.S. gymnastics team. Skinner's remarks about the new generation of gymnasts lacking work ethic led to backlash from fans, further intensified by Biles' sarcastic Instagram post celebrating Team USA's Olympic victory. In a heartfelt video, Skinner revealed that she and her loved ones have received death threats amid the online harassment, urging Biles to ask her followers to stop the hate. Despite previously apologizing for her comments, Skinner feels blindsided by the renewed wave of negativity sparked by Biles' post. She emphasized her desire to support fellow athletes and build each other up rather than tear down. The ongoing feud highlights the challenges of navigating public discourse in the gymnastics community.

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