Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time, continues to challenge perceptions of age in elite gymnastics. Despite being 27 years old and boasting an impressive resume that includes two Olympics and six world championships, Biles still faces the misconception of being a young prodigy.
The landscape of elite gymnastics is shifting, with older athletes like Biles, Sunisa Lee, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, and Hezly Rivera making up the oldest U.S. Olympic team ever sent to the Games. These athletes are redefining the traditional notion that gymnasts peak in their teenage years.
