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“I’m Gonna Die”: Simone Biles Unbelievable Risk at Training Leaves a Bitter Taste for the Gymnast

Published 08/22/2023, 2:45 PM EDT

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In the competitive world of gymnastics, a heart-warming friendship has blossomed between two extraordinary athletes: Simone Biles and Zoe Miller. Their connection is full of camaraderie, shared dreams, and infectious laughter. The dynamic duo has always believed in letting fans peek into their world with behind-the-scenes videos that capture the essence of their friendship.

Their vlogs consistently entertain fans with their cute friendship and gymnastics training shenanigans. In a recent escapade, A new video emerged, showcasing the two gymnasts embarking on yet another epic vlog during their gymnastics training. However, this time, a twist awaited that would leave Simone Biles with a taste she couldn’t have possibly anticipated.

Simone Biles left with a bitter taste at practice

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A recent TikTok video has sparked laughter and fascination. Titled “Beam Boozled,” The video kicks off with Simone Biles and her gymnastics buddy Zoe Miller diving into a game of BeanBoozled. If you’ve never heard of BeanBoozled, Jelly Belly Candy Company brings forth a line of jelly beans that pits your taste buds against a whimsical gauntlet of flavors. From delicious Berry Blue to potentially unappetizing toothpaste or stinky socks, every bean holds a surprise. As the video unfolds, Biles and Miller take on a hilarious challenge: answering questions incorrectly results in them sampling a random bean. Biles, with her characteristic spirit, picks a red bean, pondering whether it’s the adventurous Old Bandage or the fruity Pomegranate flavor.

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Simone Biles is caught in a comical predicament when Zoe Miller’s question leaves her guessing the wrong number of siblings: “How many siblings do I have?” Biles guesses “4,” only to be corrected by Miller, revealing the actual count of 5. In jest, Biles nibbles on a jelly bean that could either be Old Bandage or Pomegranate flavor. What follows is a series of exaggerated reactions–from gagging theatrics to playful banter–culminating in Biles declaring, “Sorry, I’m gonna die,” and likening the taste to “I ate a band-aid.” Not to be outdone, Zoe Miller takes her turn, grappling with a white bean that could be either Dirty Dishwater or Birthday Cake flavor. When asked, “In my biological family, how many boys are there?” by Biles, Miller falters, guessing “3”–met with Biles’ quick correction that the answer is “2.” Amidst groans of defeat and bursts of laughter, the duo’s chemistry shines through, capturing their genuine camaraderie.

Forging resilient bonds as athletes

The amusement ripples onward as Biles and Miller involve their fellow gymnasts, Tiana Sumanasekera and Joscelyn Roberson, in the jelly bean escapade. The trio stands in a semi-circle, united in facing the challenge. The reactions are as varied as the jelly bean flavors, with faces ranging from mock disgust to outright puking theatrics.

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Amidst the chaos, Tiana Sumanasekera’s joyful dance and jubilant jumps punctuate the scene, celebrating the rarity of a “good” bean. Simone Biles and Zoe Miller’s antics are more than just humorous interludes. They’re a testament to the profound connection they’ve cultivated beyond the gymnasium walls.

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Through laughter and shared escapades, they’ve transformed from training partners into confidantes. As they navigate their careers, Simone and Zoe remind us that the sweetest victories are those shared with a friend who’s been by your side through it all.

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Christaline Meyers

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Christaline Meyers is a pro-writer for Essentially Sports. Having contributed to movies and web series, Christaline delved into sports journalism and like the puck on the ice, has been a force to be reckoned with in the US sports arena. Her experience in writing about the latest WSL event, the recent track and field record, and creative gymnastics routines, found her digging deeper into the minds of legends like Kelly Slater, Usain Bolt, and Simone Biles.
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Purva Jain