Simone Biles' impact isn’t just about breaking records or the skills named after her.

It’s about changing sport for future generations.

Shes performed at a level that no one else before her has.

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But her impact goes beyond the record booksshes transforming gymnastics for future generations.

Shes doing this in two key ways.

First, as a mentor to younger teammates.

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Ive been here for so long, so to be a mentor has meant everything to me.

Representation is important, particularly in a sport that isnt accessible to all because of barriers such as finances.

To pull out of the team competitionand put her mental and emotional well-being first displays strength.

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Thats where her legacy lives on forever.

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Tara Davis-Woodhall of Team United States celebrates with husband Hunter Woodhall after winning the gold medal in the Women’s Long Jump Final on day thirteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 08, 2024 in Paris, France.

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