Former Olympian Dominique Dawes on Simone Biles, Mental Health, and More

The Takeaway

English - April 14, 2023 19:21 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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Original Air Date: July 29, 2021

The decision by gymnast Simone Biles to not compete in the Olympic Team Finals or the all-around individual competition in order to prioritize her mental health left many wondering why.

Former Olympian and gold medalist Dominique Dawes joins The Takeaway to give an insider perspective on the pressure young women gymnasts face and why this decision by Biles may be her greatest feat yet.

Original Air Date: July 29, 2021

The decision by gymnast Simone Biles to not compete in the Olympic Team Finals or the all-around individual competition in order to prioritize her mental health has left many wondering why.