I think for me, the most fun competition that I’ve had was my first Worlds.
SIMONE BILESI feel like it’s harder because everyone knows I’m the three-time world champion – it’s almost like people are waiting for something bad to happen.
More Simone Biles Quotes
-
-
I take things one step at a time.
SIMONE BILES -
I was missing out on public school and going to the football games, prom or homecomings. But I’ve been to three World Championships. So I think it’s like a win-win.
SIMONE BILES -
I never thought about competing in the Olympic Games when I was growing up.
SIMONE BILES -
The reaction of the public plays a very important role. It gives us an adrenaline boost, especially when people start to shout and clap their hands in time with the music. That really helps us to go on.
SIMONE BILES -
One of my favourite things to do is compete for a crowd. It’s just really fun for me.
SIMONE BILES -
My first experience with gymnastics was when I was in daycare. We took a field trip to a gym, and I was hooked.
SIMONE BILES -
Before a big event, I usually go to church and light a candle for St. Sebastian, who is the patron saint of athletes.
SIMONE BILES -
Gymnastics is just one part of my life, and I’m having as much fun with it as possible.
SIMONE BILES -
If anybody has a bad day, they’ll just come to my room because they know I’ll bring out the positive in everything, or I’ll make them laugh, or I’ll be just crazy.
SIMONE BILES -
I just keep surprising myself, I guess.
SIMONE BILES -
I love competing.
SIMONE BILES -
I didn’t get the high school opportunity, but it always worked out.
SIMONE BILES -
I have practice from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M., and then I drive home and eat lunch, which is either chicken or fish so I get the protein.
SIMONE BILES -
You can have fun and do well. Just let loose a bit.
SIMONE BILES -
The support down here in Rio has been amazing – between my family, Team U.S.A. and Team Kellogg’s, I’ve felt so much love. This whole experience has been a dream come true.
SIMONE BILES