Simone Biles Says She ‘Never Imagined’ Winning a Medal When She Started Gymnastics: ‘I Just Wanted to Have Fun’

Simone Biles.Photo:Unique Nicole/Getty Unique Nicole/Getty Simone Bilesinspired gymnastics everywhere with her recent acceptance speech! While accepting her honorasSports Illustrated’sSportsperson of the Year, the 7-time Olympic gold medalist gave a short, but impactful speech about her journey from junior gymnast to making history. “When I started doing gymnastics when I was 6, I never imagined winning medals and everything I’ve been fortunate enough to do up until this point. I just wanted to have fun and hopefully get a college scholarship.

Simone Biles Scores More Gold — This Time in the Form of a Chrome-Finish French Manicure

Simone Biles on Instagram.Photo:Simone Biles/Instagram Simone Biles/Instagram Simone Bilesis nailing it on and off the mat. The gymnast, 27, posted a photo on Instagram Stories that showed off her latest manicure, a fun take on the chrome nail trend. In a mirror selfie shared on Sept. 17, Biles holds up her phone (featuring a case decorated with a bedazzled “Biles”), giving fans a close-up look at hernew blonde highlightsas well as her almond-shaped pink French tips.

Simone Biles Shares Cozy Picture from Bed with Husband Jonathan Owens: ‘Waking Up Next to You’

Jonathan Owens, Simone Biles.Photo:Carmen Mandato/Getty Carmen Mandato/Getty In a rare break from her Gold Over America Tour schedule and his Chicago Bears practices, Biles, 27, posted a snapshot of herself and Owens cuddling up in bed on her Instagram Stories with the caption, “Waking up next to you»»>.” Biles, wearing a white oversized sweatshirt with long, flowing waves around her head, appeared to be smiling in the photo with her eyes closed, as Owens, 29, nuzzled her neck with his face away from the camera and the two held each other.

Simone Biles Shares Her Game Day Routine with Husband Jonathan Owens — Including Their Pre-Game Kiss! (Exclusive)

Jonathan Owens and Simone Biles at Solider Field on November 10, 2024.Photo:Michael Reaves/Getty Michael Reaves/Getty Simone Bilesis giving a glimpse into her game days. Since wrapping up theGold Over America Tourtour in November, the seven-time Olympic gold medalist, 27, has had more time to catch her husband,Jonathan Owens, on the field as a safety for the Chicago Bears. While speaking with PEOPLE about herAthleta Gift Edit, which includes her favorite athleisure picks for holiday gifting, Biles opened up about how she and Owens, 29, gear up for — and decompress from — a game.

Simone Biles Shouts Out Her Therapist in GRWM Video During 'Unreal' Paris Olympics — and Jordan Chiles Cameos!

Simone Biles on TikTok.Photo:Simone Biles Owens/TikTok (2) Simone Biles Owens/TikTok (2) Simone Bileskept it real while doing her makeup for the uneven bars final on Aug. 4. In a new GRWM video that she shared onTikTokon Aug. 6, the gymnast, 27, thanked her supporters for sticking with her over the years. “I also just wanna give a quick shoutout to all of my supporters that have stuck with me since Rio, throughout Tokyo, and now supporting me throughout my journey here in Paris.