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Simone Biles’ withdrawal from Olympic event reignites conversations on athletes and mental health

Simone Biles said she withdrew from the women’s gymnastics team event at the Olympics in Tokyo Tuesday due to a mental struggle to compete under intense pressure, rather than a physical injury.

Simone Biles waits for her turn to perform during the Olympics artistic gymnastics women's final on Tuesday in Tokyo.
Simone Biles waits for her turn to perform during the Olympics artistic gymnastics women's final on Tuesday in Tokyo.Read moreGregory Bull / AP