Although many fans were disappointed in Simone Biles' choice to exit the Olympics, her boyfriend, Jonathan Owens, was quick to offer his support on social media. Commenting on a recent Instagram post shared by his girlfriend, Owens wrote, "I'm so proud of y'all."
The post included a photograph of Biles posing with Sunisa Lee, Jordan Chiles, and Grace McCallum, her fellow teammates on the U.S. women's gymnastics team. In an accompanying caption, Biles wrote, "OLYMPIC SILVER MEDALISTS... I'm SO proud of these girls right here. You girls are incredibly brave & talented! I'll forever be inspired by your determination to not give up and to fight through adversity!"
According to The Guardian, an official statement from U.S. gymnastics also supported Biles. "After further medical evaluation, Simone Biles has withdrawn from the final individual all-around competition. ... We wholeheartedly support Simone's decision and applaud her bravery in prioritizing her wellbeing. Her courage shows, yet again, why she is a role model for so many."
