In a surprising turn of events, Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey recently voiced his strong disapproval of Olympic champions Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles for their sportsmanship act during the Tokyo Olympics. The controversy erupted when the athletes decided to bow down to Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade after she secured the gold medal in the floor exercise final.

Humphrey took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his discontent, labeling the gesture as "literally disgusting." However, his comments were met with immediate backlash from users on the social media platform. In response, Humphrey shared another message, revealing that he was facing criticism even on Instagram, where he felt he was being cussed out in Portuguese.

Although questioned by netizens about his reasons behind his strong reaction, Humphrey did not provide any elaboration. Some users pointed out the importance of showing respect to Andrade, who has battled multiple torn ACL injuries to become a top gymnast. Others questioned the NFL star's perspective, highlighting the significance of three black women athletes exhibiting sportsmanship on the global stage.

At 25 years old, Andrade narrowly defeated Biles to claim the gold medal, achieving a score of 14.166 compared to Biles' 14.133. Meanwhile, Chiles won the bronze medal with a score of 13.766, securing her first individual Olympic medal in addition to her contributions to two team competitions, including a gold medal win.

During a press conference following the event, Biles praised Andrade, describing the Brazilian gymnast as "amazing" and "queen." Biles also highlighted the significance of an all-black podium, expressing her excitement. Biles and Chiles then decided to pay tribute to Andrade by bowing down, believing it was the right thing to do, given Andrade's exceptional performance and the overwhelming support she received from the crowd.

The controversy sparked by Humphrey's criticism sheds light on the diverging opinions surrounding sportsmanship gestures during highly competitive events like the Olympics. While some argue that showing respect and appreciation for fellow athletes is an inherent part of sportsmanship, others may have differing views on the matter.

As the Tokyo Olympics continue to captivate audiences worldwide, it serves as a reminder of the intersection between sports and cultural norms, showcasing how different individuals perceive and interpret sportsmanship gestures in various ways.