Teammate Mocks Simone Biles in Viral Challenge: ’40 More Than the GOAT’ – EssentiallySports

Simone Biles, the reigning Olympic champion gymnast, found herself at the center of controversy after a video surfaced of her Gold Over America Tour teammate, Jonathan Van Ness, mocking her in a viral challenge.

In the video, Van Ness can be seen attempting a difficult gymnastics move before jokingly proclaiming, “40 more than the GOAT,” in reference to Biles, who is widely regarded as the greatest gymnast of all time.

The clip quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage among fans and supporters of Biles. Many took to Twitter to express their disappointment in Van Ness’s comments, with some calling for him to apologize to Biles.

Biles herself has not publicly addressed the incident, but a source close to the gymnast told EssentiallySports that she was “disappointed” by Van Ness’s behavior.

The Gold Over America Tour has not yet released a statement regarding the incident, but it is clear that the controversy has cast a shadow over the team’s upcoming performances.

As one of the most decorated gymnasts in history, Biles has faced her fair share of challenges and criticism throughout her career. However, this latest incident serves as a reminder that even the most accomplished athletes are not immune to ridicule and mockery.

Despite the backlash, Biles continues to train and prepare for the upcoming Olympic Games in Tokyo, where she will once again have the opportunity to showcase her incredible talent and prove why she is considered the GOAT of gymnastics.