Simone Biles handles pain, leads U.S. in Olympic qualifying

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Simone Biles briefly left the floor with what she said was discomfort in her left leg but continued her quest to return atop the Olympic podium Sunday, posting an all-around score that was more than three points ahead of U.S. teammate Suni Lee through two subdivisions of qualifying. Biles, 27, dazzled during her opening beam routine then briefly left the floor with USA team doctor Marcia Faustin. Biles returned a short time later and spent several minutes sitting and watching her teammates. U.S. gymnastics coach Cecile Landi said the issue popped up a couple of weeks ago and described it as minor. Landi said there was no discussion of pulling Biles from the event. "I can't express it," Landi said. "I'm really proud of her and what she's been through and what she's showing the world what she's capable of doing." Biles was heard on camera saying she felt something in her calf but stepped onto the competition floor with the leg taped.

 

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Simone Biles showcased her incredible resilience during the Olympic qualifying rounds despite experiencing discomfort in her left leg. After delivering an impressive opening beam routine, she briefly left the floor for evaluation but returned to continue competing. Biles achieved an all-around score that was over three points ahead of her teammate Suni Lee, highlighting her dominance in the event . U.S. gymnastics coach Cecile Landi reassured fans that the issue was minor and emphasized her pride in Biles for demonstrating her capabilities under pressure . Biles was taped and expressed some concern about her calf but proved her determination to pursue her Olympic goals .