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Simone Biles withdraws from Thursday's individual final

American athlete Simone Biles will not compete in the final individual all-round competition, it ...



Simone Biles withdraws from Th...
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Simone Biles withdraws from Thursday's individual final

American athlete Simone Biles will not compete in the final individual all-round competition, it has been confirmed by USA Gymnastics. 

In a statement released early on Wednesday morning Irish-time, it was revealed that Biles intends to focus on her mental well-being at this time.

Journalist Tara Harrison joined us on OTB Sports to discuss Simone Biles and you can watch that interview back here.

 

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