July 28, 2021

Athletes rely on their families for support in stressful situations. But the Olympic stands are empty for COVID, removing a source of reassurance.

U.S. Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, adorned with bedazzled goats on her leotards, strut into competition with the pressure of living up to the GOAT acronym: the greatest of all time.

Biles proved to be just that when she decided to withdraw from the team competition Tuesday.

Written by: Suzette Hackney, USA TODAY