Meet Simone Biles — The gymnast whose return sent ticket prices soaring 150% for Saturday's US Classic Gymnastics Contest

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Gymnastics fans are eagerly awaiting the return of the most decorated athlete in the history of the Gymnastics World Championships, Simone Biles. After taking a two-year break, Biles is making her comeback to elite competition, and her appearance at the U.S. Classic has sent ticket prices soaring as excitement builds for the event.

With an impressive collection of 32 Olympic and world medals, Simone Biles is an undeniable legend in the gymnastics world. However, her journey to the U.S. Classic has not been without challenges. Following her remarkable performances in the Tokyo Olympics, where she withdrew from certain events to prioritize her mental health, there were speculations about the potential end of her Olympic career. Nevertheless, she demonstrated resilience and dedication, leaving Tokyo with a bronze medal for balance beam.

Following her Olympic success, Biles intentionally took a post-Tokyo break to focus on her mental well-being and personal life. She gave a heartfelt testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, speaking out about her abuse by USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar and advocating for mental health awareness among athletes. In recognition of her exceptional achievements and activism, President Joe Biden awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Throughout her break, Simone Biles remained committed to her return to gymnastics. Even during her civil ceremony with NFL star Jonathan Owens, she kept herself in shape and continued her drug testing for international competition. Her coach, Cecile Landi, revealed Biles' determination to make a comeback after her wedding, witnessing a