Gymnastics Star Simone Biles Reveals 'Near-Death Experience'

Gymnastics legend Simone Biles shared a startling revelation on her Instagram stories Saturday, disclosing that she "almost died" earlier this week. The 11-time Olympic medalist, known for her privacy, broke her usual silence to describe the terrifying experience, calling it "the scariest, if not the scariest experience of my life."

Biles posted a picture showing her arm adorned with hospital patient wristbands, indicating a recent medical emergency. She mentioned being bedridden throughout the week but refrained from disclosing the specific cause of her near-death encounter. She assured her followers that she would provide further details at a later time, noting the added distress of her husband, NFL player Jonathan Owens, being away at practice during the incident.

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I normally don't post things like this because I value my privacy in today's world. But the fact that I almost died this week, it wasn't on my bingo card.

The dramatic update, visible for only 24 hours, has sent ripples through the sports world, with fans expressing concern and support for the decorated athlete. Biles's candid admission highlights a moment of profound vulnerability, contrasting sharply with her powerful and dominant presence on the gymnastics floor.

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This was the scariest, if not the scariest experience of my life, especially when Jonathan [Owens, Biles's husband] was in Indianapolis for practice.