WATCH: How Simone Biles Practiced and Perfected Her Barrier-Breaking Gymnastic Move

Published 09/30/2021, 1:18 AM EDT

24-year-old Simone Biles, sailing from Columbus, has bagged several medals and titles in her career. She is not only one of the most renowned gymnasts in history but is also an influential entity in the sporting community. Since starting at a young age, the American already has a grand total of 25 World Championship medals.

Performing on the balancing beam and vault, along with taking part in all-around events, she has turned a specialist in her field. Notably, Biles is regarded as an Olympic sensation with 7 medals to her name. Recently, she took the internet by storm, when she pulled off a Yurchenko double pike.

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Barrier breaking move from Simone Biles

In a sport that’s all about flexibility and balance, Simone exhibits both qualities effortlessly. Notably, Biles has perfected one of the most challenging moves that many greats have failed at in the past. With consistent hard work and dedication, she perfected a Yurchenko double pike.

As shown in the video, she’s seen performing the move multiple times to get it right. Even though she lost her balance during certain practice sessions, she did not give up. With the help of her coach, she could eventually nail the move with utmost perfection and grace.

It goes without saying that focus is key to attaining any set goal. Notably, Biles too has always seen to be focussed while performing. To top it all, the momentum in her moment and the grace she displays make her leap seem effortlessly stunning.

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Other laurels earned by Biles

At the recent Summer Games held in Tokyo, she addressed one of the most underrated and important aspects of sports. Withdrawing from the majority of her events, citing mental health concerns, she drew attention to its importance that needed the limelight.

Out of 5 events, the American decided to only perform in two and won silver and bronze in both her outings, respectively. Even as heavy criticism followed, courtesy of her withdrawal, Biles shushed haters and brought pride upon her nation. In her own way, she made America great again.

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Divya Chaturvedi is an Olympic Athletics author at EssentiallySports, currently pursuing her Under Graduate degree in Psychology from the University of Delhi. She's also an internationally recognized athlete, specializing in Shot Put and Discus, representing India at the International Children's Games held in Australia has been one of the biggest feats in her endeavor so far. Having participated in The Road to Wimbledon and representing the state several times, she bagged a number of titles for the same.

WATCH: How Simone Biles Practiced and Perfected Her Barrier-Breaking Gymnastic Move

Barrier breaking move from Simone Biles

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Other laurels earned by Biles