Team USA's Simone Biles watches the Women's uneven bars final from the stands at the Ariake Gymnastics Centre on the ninth day of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Photo: Mike Egerton/PA Images via Getty Images
Simone Biles will compete in the Olympic individual balance beam final, USA Gymnastics announced Monday.
Why it matters: This is Biles' last chance to add to her Olympic medals count, after she withdrew from five Tokyo Games gymnastics events to focus on her mental well-being.
What they're saying: "We are so excited to confirm that you will see two U.S. athletes in the balance beam final tomorrow — Suni Lee AND Simone Biles!! Can’t wait to watch you both!" USA Gymnastics tweeted.
The big picture: The 24-year-old four-time Olympic gold medalist withdrew from last week's Olympic women's gymnastics team finals and the individual all-around finals. On Sunday, USA Gymnastics announced she would not be competing in the final floor exercise event.
What she's saying: Biles last Wednesday responded on Twitter to the support she's received following her decisions.
- "[T]he outpouring love & support I’ve received has made me realize I’m more than my accomplishments and gymnastics which I never truly believed before," Biles said.
Go deeper: Simone Biles lauded for "bravery in prioritizing" mental wellness
Editor's note: This article has been updated with new details throughout.