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Simone Biles Gives Tribute to Husband Jonathan Owens’ Despite His Absence From Her Second Event of the Year

Published 08/29/2023, 2:29 PM EDT

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Simone Biles, a 26-year-old American gymnast recently achieved a significant milestone by capturing her eighth U.S. Gymnastics title. She solidifyies her position as the most decorated gymnast in history with four Olympic gold medals. Following a hiatus in 2022 to prioritize her mental well-being, Biles returned to the arena with renewed determination in 2023.

At the XFinity 2023 US Gymnastics Championship, Biles displayed her prowess by securing the all-around title with an impressive score of 118.450. Her victory extended to the vault, beam, and floor exercise categories, where she clinched gold medals. Despite her exceptional achievements, Biles attributes her success to her husband, Jonathan Owens, who offered unique support despite his physical absence.

Simone Biles’ Tribute to her husband Jonathan Owens

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Despite the absence of her husband, Simone Biles put on a stellar performance at the XFinity 2023 US Gymnastics Championship. She won the all-around title with the highest score, became the first woman to win eight national championships, and made waves in the gymnastics community. Along similar lines, she sparked numerous media interviews, including a recent conversation with “Times.” A video clip of Biles discussing a range of subjects, from overcoming setbacks to strategizing her moves, was shared on The Times’ official Instagram account, accompanied by the caption “Simone Biles wins historic eighth U.S. Gymnastics Championship title.”

 

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Within these engagements, one figure was notably absent – her husband, Owens. Nonetheless, Biles seized every opportunity to convey her affection for him. Wearing a pendant engraved “OWENS” during both the competition and the interview, she eloquently expressed her devotion. This subtle yet profound gesture resonated deeply with fans and took the internet by storm. The inevitable question emerged, Why was Owens not present at such a pivotal moment for Biles?

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A few days prior to the live event, during an Instagram Q&A session with her fans, Biles addressed this inquiry. She revealed that her husband’s commitment to NFL training prevented his attendance, as any absence could lead to punitive measures due to the league’s stringent policies.

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Which other event did Jonathan Owen miss?

Before the US Xfinity championship, the USA hosted the US Classics, where Biles made a remarkable comeback after a two-year hiatus. Owens’ absence from the inaugural event following his wife’s return can be attributed to his recent signing of a lucrative $1.01 million contract with the Green Bay Packers.

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While this marks a significant advancement in his career, it entails some constraints. Notably, Owens is required to remain in Wisconsin with his team for the upcoming NFL season. Despite physical separation, Owens has demonstrated his support for Biles in his unique manner, vocalizing his pride in her accomplishments through social media. Biles and Owens, who got married this year, epitomize unwavering mutual support even when circumstances keep them apart.

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Harshita Chawla

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Harshita Chawla is a US Sports writer at Essentially Sports. Having contributed to college magazine as a sports writer, she comes with a staunch knowledge in content creation for the sports industry. Along with this, Harshita is a huge fan of Gymnastics queen Simone Biles and has a penchant for writing about her favorite athlete.
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