In an Instagram post following Team USA's gold medal victory at the women's gymnastics team final in Paris, Simone Biles appeared to address the controversial comments made by MyKayla Skinner. Biles, along with her teammates Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera, secured the top spot on the podium on July 30, solidifying Biles' standing as an eight-time Olympic medalist.

Addressing Skinner's remarks in a now-deleted YouTube video, Biles captioned her celebratory Instagram post with the words, "Lack of talent, lazy, Olympic champions ❤️🥇🇺🇸". Skinner, who won the silver medal in the vault event at the 2020 Olympics, had criticized the team excluding Biles, saying that the talent and work ethic were not up to par.

Skinner cited the required abuse awareness training program SafeSport as one reason for the perceived decline in work ethic, expressing that coaches are limited in their ability to push the athletes. However, Skinner later clarified her comments, stating that they were not intended to criticize the current team, but rather highlight the differences in work ethic between the past and present eras of gymnastics.

Apologizing for any hurtful comments or misinterpretation, Skinner expressed her support and pride for all the gymnasts who made it to the Paris Olympics. She also acknowledged that her own experiences of emotional and verbal abuse under former team coordinator Márta Károlyi might have influenced her remarks.

Biles, on the other hand, chose to respond indirectly through her Instagram post, celebrating the hard-earned victory of the Team USA gymnasts. The Instagram caption seemed to convey her sentiments about the controversy, emphasizing their journey from being labeled as lacking talent and lazy to becoming Olympic champions.

The gymnastics community has been buzzing with discussions surrounding Skinner's comments and Biles' response, highlighting the ongoing conversation about work ethic, talent, and the changing dynamics of the sport. As the Paris Olympics continue, Team USA will aim to maintain their strong performance while fostering a positive and supportive environment for all athletes.

This gold medal win not only showcases the exceptional skills and dedication of Team USA but also demonstrates their ability to rise above controversies and focus on achieving greatness. As fans and supporters eagerly watch the games unfold, the gymnastics community hopes to witness a healing process and a continued positive growth for the sport they love.

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