Athletes Walk Out Over Problematic NCAA Champ

It is a big day for Simone Biles, as the legend whom fans fondly call the gymnastics G.O.A.T. turns 29 today. And we are marking the occasion with 29 lesser-known facts about the icon. Meanwhile, Jordan Chiles has also made headlines with a message to her rival.

AROUND THE RINGS

TODAY’S POLL

As you read above, Letsile Tebogo has once again challenged Team USA ahead of the World Athletics Relays. Earlier, Tebogo had openly called out the Americans, asking them to bring their fastest lineup. So, tell us,

RACE OF THE DAY

The son of two track and field legends is now making his mark on the track. Amir Thompson, just 18, won his 200m heat in an impressive time. Meanwhile, proud mama Marion Jones, who is an Olympic Champ and three-time World Champ, watched him from the stands.

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