A Definitive Guide To All Of Simone Biles' Gold Medals

On Tuesday, Simone Biles made headlines for clinching her eighth Olympic medal, becoming the most decorated US gymnast ever. The 27-year-old from Colombus, Ohio, is one of the most renowned athletes of the modern era and is universally considered the greatest gymnast of all time. Besides winning countless medals, she has exemplified her unparalleled prowess by debuting never-before-completed moves—five of which have been named after her—and helping boost respect for women’s sports.

Biles’ success transfers off the mat, as well. After coming down with a case of “the twisties” at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics - which rendered her unable to compete at most of the events - she drew attention to the mental health issues athletes experience and became an untiring advocate for the importance of prioritizing one’s wellbeing. While it was not an easy journey for her to return to the Olympics, Biles persevered and diligently led the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics team to yet another gold medal. Here, L’OFFICIEL breaks down all of the gold medals the celebrated gymnast has secured throughout her illustrious career. 

Sixteen-year-old Simone Biles proved she was destined to reach new heights at this World Championship after debuting a double layout with a half twist in the second flip on the floor - the first move to be named after her. With stellar performances at each event, she earned her first all-around gold medal, as well as one for her awe-inspiring execution on the floor.

Biles proved she was a force to be reckoned with in Nanning. After incredible performances that had the crowd flipping out, she received gold for the team, all-around, balance beam, and floor exercise events. 

Biles nearly swept the competition at this event. She secured four gold medals —team, all-around, balance beam, and floor exercise—and proved she would leave an enduring impact on the sport of gymnastics.

The renowned athlete demonstrated her mastery of the sport by winning gold in the team and all-around events.

The accomplished gymnast was on top of the world at her first Olympics in Rio, where she clinched gold in the team, all-around, vault, and floor exercise categories.

After achieving a half-twist and a front double full somersault off the vault (and reaping another move dubbed after her), Biles earned team, all-around, and vault gold medals, as well as another on the floor.

Biles elevated her skills once again by completing a triple-double (The Biles II floor) and a double-double beam dismount (The Biles beam) in Stuttgart. She took home gold in the team, all-around, vault, balance beam, and floor exercise categories.

In a glorious and long-awaited comeback, the gifted gymnast won gold for the team in the all-around, balance beam, and floor exercise events. She also showcased the fifth move to be labeled in her honor: the Biles II vault.

In a heartwarming and highly-anticipated return to the Olympics, Biles delivered unbelievable performances across all events in Paris to help her team win another gold medal.