In the electrifying atmosphere of the Paris Arena, with Taylor Swift’s “Ready for It” playing, Simone Biles delivered a stunning floor routine that secured her another gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. At 27, Biles became the oldest American gymnast in 72 years to win an Olympic title, further cementing her legacy as the most decorated U.S. Olympic gymnast.

Biles, who began gymnastics at age 6, has dominated the sport for over a decade. She made her international debut at 16, winning her first world championship in 2013, and went on to win four gold medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Despite a setback in 2021 when she withdrew from the Tokyo Olympics to focus on her mental health, Biles returned stronger for the Paris Games.

Her floor routine in Paris, set to Taylor Swift’s music, was a highlight of the competition. Executing difficult elements with grace and precision, Biles showcased why she’s considered the greatest of all time. She won the gold with a score of 59.131, while Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade took silver and fellow American Sunisa Lee won bronze.

Biles’s victory in Paris is not just another medal—it’s a historic milestone. She became the oldest American gymnast to win an Olympic gold in 72 years, breaking age barriers in a sport typically dominated by younger athletes. Her total Olympic medal count now surpasses all her predecessors, marking her as the most decorated American gymnast in history.

Biles’s journey is a testament to her resilience and determination, especially after overcoming the mental health challenges that led her to step back in 2021. Her triumph in Paris redefines the limits of what athletes can achieve, proving that age is just a number when paired with unmatched talent and relentless drive.