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Simone Biles took the world of gymnastics by storm with her momentous win in her debut Olympics in 2016. The gymnastics GOAT effortlessly ruled the mat and clinched five gold medals. She never came away empty-handed from any championship in which she competed. Her success tale is one of those you would want to rise and clap to.

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The gymnastics giant?s life events undoubtedly make a great story for the world to know. And what?s better than making a biopic to reach every nook and corner of the world? Although such plans are too early at this stage of Biles? career, it can at least be thought who can best portray one of the world?s best gymnastics icons, Simone. The star herself has someone on her mind, whom she expressed in an interview with?Access Hollywood.

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Simone Biles picks this millionaire actress to play her

The gymnastic superstar is renowned to embellish interviews with her witty replies, candid talks, and cheerful demeanor. In an interview with Access Hollywood in 2016, Scott Evans asked the Team USA?s Fab Five who they would want to play them in a biopic. Excitedly, Biles jumps with her answer without an iota of doubt.

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?Hands down, Zendaya man, Zendaya.?, she said. “Everyone says I look taller on tv anyways. I want Zendaya to play me, I?m sorry.?, she said reaffirming her choice to play her role in the biopic and paying no major attention to her height.

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Although it is difficult to argue against Simone’s choice, one should consider why she is a suitable fit. Probably, Biles feels she resonates well with her spirit and essence keeping aside the physical portion of the role.

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Can Zendaya do justice to the role?

Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman is an actress and singer. She has won several awards, including a Primetime Emmy. She has been recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time Magazine on its annual list in 2022. Interesting to know, her Instagram handle boasts 151 million followers.

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While she was Simone?s adamant choice to play her role in the biopic, it raises a question of how far she can bring Simone to life through her character. It is even more challenging to match the impeccable skills of the gymnast wonder woman, especially her flexibility, core strength, balance, power, mental focus, discipline, and dedication the role of a legendary gymnast exudes.

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Well, it is unfair to judge a book by its cover. Precisely, a judgment on whether Zendaya is the right fit to bring the pro-gymnast to the silver screen is hard to make. One of the most important questions is, “Can she do justice to the role?”

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Ramya Bachu is a US Sports author for Essentially Sports. Ramya has a Master’s degree in Psychology. She strongly believes in the power of discipline, consistency, and willingness to learn to achieve greater heights. She is an ardent fan of Michael Phelps because of his competitive nature and faith in his trainer. In her free time, one would find her singing upbeat songs, watching a stand-up comedy, or connecting with her friends.

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