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A Golden Attitude On and Off The Mat

She's a gymnastics powerhouse and has an amazing ability to overcome hardships. Simone Biles is a gold medalist on and off the mat. As the 2016 Rio Olympics head into their second week, we’ve watched as athletes prove what makes them best in the world. This statement is true for many on Team USA especially Simone Biles. The “4-foot-8 giant” as she is commonly referred to, has been dominating the gymnastics world and shattering world records for years. Biles, the favorite to win in each competition she will face, has a very real chance of bringing home 5 gold medals. In addition to her widely publicized qualifying stats, the world has learned that Simone’s biological mother struggled with drug and alcohol problems. As a result, she and...