Great American Gymnast, Simone Biles has taken a drastic decision on Tuesday, to withdraw from all-around final at Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
According to USA Gymnastics, it was announced on Wednesday that Biles made the decision in order to focus on her mental health, CNN reports.
Biles who has put into consideration her mental health, is making attempts to protect “her body and mind.”
With so much concerns on the decision Biles have made, the USA Gymnastics said it supported her decision “wholeheartedly,” and affirmed that the 24-year-old would be assessed every day.
This development was contained in a statement on the USA Gymnastics’ Twitter account. It read:
“After further medical evaluation, Simone Biles has withdrawn from the final individual all-around competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games, in order to focus on her mental health,”
“Simone will continue to be evaluated daily to determine whether or not to participate in next week’s individual event finals. Jade Carey, who had the ninth highest score in qualifications, will participate in her place in the all-around,
“We wholeheartedly support Simone’s decision and applaud her bravery in prioritizing her well-being. Her courage shows, yet again, why she is a role model for so many.”
