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Simone Biles Rising is a documentary chronicling the gymnast’s journey through mental health challenges and her return to competitive elite sport following a period of withdrawal, showcasing her resilience and determination.
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What does 'Simone Biles Rising' cover?
The Netflix documentary series follows Biles through her mental health struggles at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, when she withdrew from several finals due to the 'twisties,' and her therapy and training on the road back. It is one of the few looks inside an elite gymnast's comeback in real time.
When was 'Simone Biles Rising' released and how many parts are there?
It premiered on Netflix in 2024, released in multiple parts, with later episodes following her through the Paris Olympics that summer. The staggered release let the final chapters include her actual results in Paris.
How did Simone Biles perform at the Paris Olympics shown in the documentary?
In Paris 2024 she won three golds, in the team final, the all-around, and vault, plus a silver on floor exercise. The Games marked her triumphant return after stepping away mid-competition in Tokyo three years earlier.
Does 'Simone Biles Rising' feature her personal life and family?
Yes, the series covers her marriage to Jonathan Owens, an NFL safety, along with sessions with her therapist and family life outside the gym. It frames her mental health journey, including her experiences as a survivor of the Larry Nassar abuse scandal, as central to the comeback.
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