Digital premiere for American top gymnast Simone Biles | Sport

sport">Biles’ coach Cecile Landi explained why on Twitter. “It was a decision we made together. We know it’s not ideal for the Olympic experience, but that’s nothing during a pandemic. We feel we can better control the athletes and our safety in a hotel.”

sport">What undoubtedly also played a role is the corona infection of Kara Eaker, a teammate of Biles. This infection with COVID-19 became known on Monday. Biles tested negative.

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sport">Not all news from Team USA is negative, however. For example, Biles became the first female athlete to have her own emoji on Twitter. The four-time Olympic champion is portrayed in her typical red leotard and with a gold medal around her neck.

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