TOKYO -- Before the Tokyo Olympics began, U.S. women artistic gymnasts were said to have their sights set on a silver medal at best in the individual all-around event. The reason is simple: Superstar Simone Biles' victory was a foregone conclusion.
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Gold medalist Sunisa Lee of the U.S. celebrates her victory in the women's gymnastics all-around event. © Reuters
TOKYO -- Before the Tokyo Olympics began, U.S. women artistic gymnasts were said to have their sights set on a silver medal at best in the individual all-around event. The reason is simple: Superstar Simone Biles' victory was a foregone conclusion.