OT: Simone Biles will compete on the Balance Beam (spoiler alert)

[eebmg]

American star Simone Biles to return for balance beam finals (msn.com)

“We are so excited to confirm that you will see two U.S. athletes in the balance beam final tomorrow — Suni Lee AND Simone Biles!! Can’t wait to watch you both!” USA Gymnastics said in a statement.

 

[Blakeon18]

It's interesting that the 'twisties' Simone has mentioned would seem to be more
prevalent in this particular event.

 

[oldude]

Our expectations for Biles in these Olympics have certainly changed. We’ve gone from expecting Biles would win 5-6 gold medals to hoping she doesn’t injure herself. I just want to see her get through her beam routine safely and hopefully be able to smile again after it’s over.

 

[ARIDE]

American star Simone Biles to return for balance beam finals (msn.com)

“We are so excited to confirm that you will see two U.S. athletes in the balance beam final tomorrow — Suni Lee AND Simone Biles!! Can’t wait to watch you both!” USA Gymnastics said in a statement.

Send her home to deal with this illness..

 

[Samoo]

Send her home to deal with this illness..

That's how the Belarusians do it..

 

[eebmg]

It's interesting that the 'twisties' Simone has mentioned would seem to be more
prevalent in this particular event.

I got to admit, the balance beam always scared me the most. Best wishes for a safe program.

 

[Kaizen]

Really looking her to get a medal in this. Yes the balance beam is the most scaring one to me also.

 

[Blakeon18]

Does anyone know:
The day of this competition?
Our time for the event...live?
The Channel?

 

[oldude]

Does anyone know:
The day of this competition?
Our time for the event...live?
The Channel?

4:50 am est tomorrow. Don’t know if NBC will cover it live. They might just hold it for prime time, particularly if Biles somehow manages to shake off the twisties and win gold.

 

[GCKSFN4L]

It's interesting that the 'twisties' Simone has mentioned would seem to be more
prevalent in this particular event.

Actually it makes more sense that balance beam is probably the least effected by Twisties. Of the 4 events, you spend the least amount of time suspended in the air. I just hope she can finish it unharmed.

 

[Patty Bailey]

Maybe she can do beam without "the twisties" being an issue by doing all tricks (like layouts and such) that don't require twisting in the air.

 

[oldude]

Maybe she can do beam without "the twisties" being an issue by doing all tricks (like layouts and such) that don't require twisting in the air.

While that is a possibility, I don’t believe it’s her plan. When Biles is “on” there is no one in the world who’s even close to her on beam. But that means she has to go for it with her amazing repertoire of flips, spins and hand springs. I think she’ll go for it tonight, and hope that muscle memory somehow carries her through.

 

[Jmsdawg]

If anyone deserves the GOAT title it is Biles. I have been a gymnastics fan for years, my daughter was a level 10, and Simone can do magic. When she is on it is like watching someone with super human ability. Just hope she is on!

 

[Plebe]

It's interesting that the 'twisties' Simone has mentioned would seem to be more
prevalent in this particular event.

This is not true at all. It's where the twisties would be least problematic. It's the event with the least twisting and "flying".

It's unbelievable how so many people have fashioned themselves to be gymnastics experts within the past week.

 

[oldude]

This is not true at all. It's where the twisties would be least problematic. It's the event with the least twisting and "flying".

It's unbelievable how so many people have fashioned themselves to be gymnastics experts within the past week.

I respectfully suggest that doing blind backward somersaults, and landing on a 4” wide piece of wood is most definitely risky for someone who’s “air awareness” has been badly shaken over the past few months. Biles fell off the beam at the US trials and she had a major struggle in her one and only beam routine at these Olympics.

First and foremost, I hope Biles doesn’t injure herself. After that, I just hope she’s happy, however things turn out tonight.

 

[arch]

This is not true at all. It's where the twisties would be least problematic. It's the event with the least twisting and "flying".

It's unbelievable how so many people have fashioned themselves to be gymnastics experts within the past week.

I think you’re correct. If she takes twists out of dismount she‘ll probably be fine. Hope so.

 

[Plebe]

I respectfully suggest that doing blind backward somersaults, and landing on a 4” wide piece of wood is most definitely risky for someone who’s “air awareness” has been badly shaken over the past few months.

And I respectfully suggest we listen to what the actual gymnasts have to say about it.

Laurie Hernandez explains why ‘twisties' are less of a risk on balance beam

After withdrawing from multiple events at the Tokyo Olympics, Simone Biles will compete in the balance beam final.

www.today.com

 

[Blakeon18]

Just for the record....since you quote me...I have not fashioned myself an expert. Maybe I am projecting too much harm possible to Simone if a mistake in the air leads to her hitting her head[for exampl] on the wooden bar as opposed to the mat.

Thank heavens that the mods do not require any of us posters to be experts while commenting with interest and fandom on hoop matters decided by Geno or Dawn etc.

Just hope she stays safe...whether it be a conservative routine or not.

 

[HuskyNan]

This is not true at all. It's where the twisties would be least problematic. It's the event with the least twisting and "flying".

It's unbelievable how so many people have fashioned themselves to be gymnastics experts within the past week.

Blake has been here at least 20 years and has never presented himself as a know it all. He didn’t make a proclamation, he just mused his opinion out loud. I don’t believe he deserved the derision.

 

[oldude]

And I respectfully suggest we listen to what the actual gymnasts have to say about it.

Laurie Hernandez explains why ‘twisties' are less of a risk on balance beam

After withdrawing from multiple events at the Tokyo Olympics, Simone Biles will compete in the balance beam final.

www.today.com

Biles is struggling in the air in all 4 events. Whether it’s due to “the twisties”, a lack of confidence or both, the balance beam will not be easy for her. I sincerely hope she knocks it out of the park, but I’m concerned that she’s not up to this.

 

[arch]

I respectfully suggest that doing blind backward somersaults, and landing on a 4” wide piece of wood is most definitely risky for someone who’s “air awareness” has been badly shaken over the past few months. Biles fell off the beam at the US trials and she had a major struggle in her one and only beam routine at these Olympics.

First and foremost, I hope Biles doesn’t injure herself. After that, I just hope she’s happy, however things turn out tonight.

Of course you’re right, the beam is always tough on everyone, but for someone with the “twisties” it may be their best bet.
I second your “hopes”.

 

[Plebe]

Blake has been here at least 20 years and has never presented himself as a know it all. He didn’t make a proclamation, he just mused his opinion out loud. I don’t believe he deserved the derision.

@Blakeon18 , Nan is right and I hope you'll accept my apology. I was jumpy and my comment was a misdirection of my frustration over the boo-birds who have been attacking and questioning Biles since she withdrew from the team event. I shouldn't have lumped you in with them.

I appreciate the call-out, Nan.

As for Simone, since she had enough self-awareness and circumspection to withdraw previously, I trust that she (in consultation with her coaches) also has enough to recognize when she's okay to return to competition. I'm also inclined to defer to the insights of current and former gymnasts, who have a lifetime of living and breathing the sport, when they opine on the matter. Especially since I didn't even stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night

 

[MooseJaw]

I respectfully suggest that doing blind backward somersaults, and landing on a 4” wide piece of wood is most definitely risky for someone who’s “air awareness” has been badly shaken over the past few months. Biles fell off the beam at the US trials and she had a major struggle in her one and only beam routine at these Olympics.

First and foremost, I hope Biles doesn’t injure herself. After that, I just hope she’s happy, however things turn out tonight.

100% you hit the nail on the head. She owes us nothing, her safety is of foremost importance, physical and mental.

 

[arch]

While that is a possibility, I don’t believe it’s her plan. When Biles is “on” there is no one in the world who’s even close to her on beam. But that means she has to go for it with her amazing repertoire of flips, spins and hand springs. I think she’ll go for it tonight, and hope that muscle memory somehow carries her through.

Yes, but no “twists“ until dismount. Hopefully she can replace the twisting dismount. Of course this assumes that the “twisties“ are the sole issue.

 

[arch]

Does anyone know:
The day of this competition?
Our time for the event...live?
The Channel?

Only listing I see is tomorrow on NBC anywhere from 8 to 11pm. Not very informative, I know.