Simone Biles showcased her dominance at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Over two nights of competition, Biles demonstrated her exceptional skills across all apparatus, securing her spot at the top of the leaderboard and likely securing her place in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Here is a summary of Simone Biles’ scores at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials:
| Event | Score | Ranking |
|---|---|---|
| All-Around | 117.225 | 1 |
| Floor Exercise | 29.575 | 1 |
| Vault | 31.475 | 1 |
| Uneven Bars | 28.625 | 2 |
| Balance Beam | 27.550 | 5 |
Biles led the all-around competition with a final score of 117.225, ahead of Suni Lee and Jordan Chiles. Her consistent performances across all apparatus reaffirmed her status as the top gymnast heading into the 2024 Olympics.
Floor Exercise
The routine includes several signature elements and high-difficulty tumbling passes. One of the standout elements is her triple twisting double back, also known as “The Biles“. This move is one of the most difficult in women’s gymnastics and demonstrates her unparalleled power and control.
Performance Details
Night 1: On the first night of the trials, Biles scored 14.700 on the floor exercise. She combined complex tumbling passes with elegant dance elements, seamlessly transitioning between the two.
Night 2: On the second night, Biles improved her score to 14.850. This routine included clean execution of her tumbling passes, with minimal hops on her landings. This score was the highest of the night on floor exercise, solidifying her lead in this event.
Technical Highlights
- Triple Twisting Double Back (The Biles): This element is a testament to Biles’ incredible difficulty level. Executing it with height and precision, she minimized deductions and impressed both judges and spectators.
- Double Layout with Half Twist: Another complex tumbling pass, performed with clean lines and excellent form.
- Expressive Dance Elements: Biles’ routine is not just about the tumbling. Her dance elements and choreography demonstrate her artistic abilities, contributing to her overall score.
Scoring and Rankings
Biles’ combined score for the floor exercise over the two nights was 29.575, placing her first in this event ahead of her competitors. Jade Carey followed with a total score of 28.225, and Jordan Chiles secured third place with 28.200.
Vault
On the vault, Biles showcased her signature Yurchenko double pike, a skill that few other gymnasts in the world can perform.
Performance Details
Night 1: On the first night of the trials, she performed a Yurchenko double pike, which is her signature vault. This vault is known for its difficulty and requires tremendous power and control. Biles scored a massive 15.500 for this vault.
Night 2: On the second night, Biles improved her performance further. She performed the Yurchenko double pike again. She followed this with a Cheng vault, scoring a 15.500.
Technical Highlights
- Yurchenko Double Pike: This vault is notable for its complexity and the high degree of difficulty. Biles’ execution of this move, characterized by its height and precise landing.
- Cheng Vault: The Cheng vault involves a half-on entry with a one and a half twist, requiring a combination of speed, power, and precision. Biles executed this with clean form and minimal deductions.
Combined Scores and Rankings
Over the two nights, Biles’ scores on the vault were:
- Night 1: 15.975 (Yurchenko double pike)
- Night 2: 15.500 (Cheng vault)
- Total: 31.475
These scores placed her first in the vault event, significantly ahead of her competitors. Jade Carey and Leanne Wong followed with scores of 29.275 and 28.950 respectively.
Uneven Bars
Biles secured the second-highest score on the uneven bars. One of the highlights of her routine is the Tkatchev, a release move performed with amplitude and control. Her transitions between the low and high bars are fluid, demonstrating her strength and agility.
Performance Details
Night 1: On the first night of the trials, Biles scored a 14.250 on the uneven bars. Her performance was solid, with minor deductions mainly on handstands and dismount.
Night 2: Biles improved her score on the second night, earning a 14.375. This routine was executed with greater precision, reducing deductions and showcasing her ability to refine her performance.
Technical Highlights
- Tkatchev: A high-flying release move that Biles performs with significant height and precision.
- Pak Salto: A transition move from the high bar to the low bar, executed with perfect form.
- Handstands: Biles maintains impeccable form in her handstands, crucial for minimizing deductions.
- Dismount: A double layout with a full twist, landed with minimal steps, showcasing her control and strength.
Scoring and Rankings
Biles’ scores on the uneven bars over the two nights were:
- Night 1: 14.250
- Night 2: 14.375
- Total: 28.625
This performance placed her second in the uneven bars event, demonstrating her consistency and technical prowess in this apparatus. Suni Lee led the event with her strong performances, scoring 14.400 and 14.875 on the first and second nights, respectively.
Balance Beam
While Biles experienced a few wobbles on the balance beam, she managed to score 13.650 on the first night and improved slightly on the second night. Despite these minor issues, her overall balance beam score was solid, contributing to her all-around lead.
Performance Details
Night 1: On the first night of the trials, Biles faced some challenges on the balance beam, scoring 13.650. Her routine began with a shaky start as she mounted the beam. However, she quickly regained her composure and executed the rest of her routine with determination.
Night 2: On the second night, Biles improved her performance, scoring 13.900. This routine was executed with greater precision and fewer wobbles, reflecting her ability to adjust and improve under pressure.
Technical Highlights
- Mount: Despite a shaky start on the first night, Biles’ mount includes complex acrobatic elements that require precise timing and balance.
- Series of Back Handsprings and Layout Step-Outs: These elements are performed with high difficulty and require significant strength and control.
- Dismount (Double Pike): Biles’ dismount on the second night was particularly strong, showcasing her ability to finish her routine with a high-difficulty element and minimal deductions.
Scores and Rankings
Biles’ scores on the balance beam were:
- Night 1: 13.650
- Night 2: 13.900
- Total: 27.550
In the balance beam event, Hezly Rivera and Joscelyn Roberson topped the rankings with scores of 27.975, followed closely by Tiana Sumanasekera with 27.900, and Suni Lee with 27.225.
