Simone Biles had 'twisties' pre-2016 Olympics, ex-coach says
espn.comPublished: 4/21/2025
Summary
Simone Biles' battle with "the twisties," a disorienting mental challenge during flips, is vividly recounted in Aimee Boorman's new book. First surfacing in 2016 before the Rio Olympics, Biles overcame this fear with her coach's support to win four gold medals. However, another episode in Tokyo led her to withdraw from the team competition but still claim a bronze medal on the balance beam. The book underscores Biles' pioneering role in bringing mental health awareness to sports.