Simone Biles' extraordinary performance at the Paris Olympics solidified her status as the greatest gymnast of all time. The 27-year-old secured her sixth Olympic gold medal in the all-around title, edging past Brazil's Rebeca Andrade by 1.199 points. This victory not only marked Biles' triumphant comeback after her withdrawal from the Tokyo Games final three years ago but also made her the oldest athlete since 1952 to win this coveted individual title in women's gymnastics.

Biles now boasts an astonishing 39 world and Olympic medals. Despite a rare mistake on the uneven bars, which left her in third place during the second rotation, Biles quickly regained her top spot with a strong performance on the balance beam. Her resilience and skill culminated in a flawless floor exercise, ensuring her victory.

Her competitor Andrade praised Biles, acknowledging the fierce but friendly rivalry that pushed both athletes to excel. Andrade finished with a silver medal, while Biles' teammate Sunisa Lee claimed the bronze.

Biles' achievement is particularly remarkable given her history. She withdrew from the Tokyo Games to prioritize her mental health due to the "twisties," a condition causing temporary loss of spatial awareness. Her return to the Olympics and subsequent victories demonstrate her determination and skill.

Biles, who has now won all-around titles at two Olympics (Rio 2016 and Paris 2024), joins the ranks of Vera Caslavska, who won the event in 1964 and 1968. Biles remains in contention for three more gold medals in Paris, having qualified for the vault, floor exercise, and balance beam finals.