In a surprising turn of events, Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey sparked controversy with a critical remark aimed at U.S. gymnasts Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles during the Paris Olympics. Humphrey's attack came after Biles and Chiles gracefully celebrated alongside Brazil's gold medalist Rebeca Andrade on the podium.

On his X account, Humphrey expressed his disdain, simply describing the situation as "disgusting" without providing any further explanation. However, the NFL star quickly faced a barrage of backlash on social media from fans of the gymnasts who saw their gesture as a display of great sportsmanship and genuine respect for their competitor.

One social media user retorted, "Get to a final and win something. Then you can talk." Another fan of Biles and Chiles posted, "She deserves all the praise in the world." It became evident that many people viewed the athletes' humble act as a testament to their character and dedication rather than a sign of weakness.

Realizing the intensity of the reaction, Humphrey later admitted, "I'm lowkey getting cooked right now. I think I'm getting cussed out in Brazilian on Instagram lol." He pleaded for patience from the furious fans and emphasized the need for understanding.

Meanwhile, Biles and Chiles, who had secured silver and bronze, respectively, in the floor exercise, displayed admirable sportsmanship when paying tribute to Andrade. The Brazilian gymnast, who overcame three ACL tears, secured a total of six Olympic medals, including two golds.

During an interview on Today, Biles spoke about the importance of sportsmanship, saying, "It's all about sportsmanship, and we don't care whether we win or lose. We're always going to keep a good face and support our competitors because they've worked just as hard as we have for that moment."

Chiles echoed Biles' sentiments, adding, "You have to give them their flowers, and that's exactly what me and Jordan were doing. We were so happy for her. She deserved it, she had the best floor routine of the day, and of the Olympics."

While Marlon Humphrey's criticism of Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles' sportsmanship at the Paris Olympics may have ignited a firestorm on social media, it is clear that the majority of fans appreciated the athletes' display of respect and support for their fellow competitor. The impressive performances of Biles, Chiles, and Andrade continue to inspire and unite fans around the world in celebration of the Olympic spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie.