Simone Biles Claims Tenth Olympic Medal with Vault Gold

Simone Biles has achieved another significant milestone in her illustrious career.

The American gymnast clinched the gold medal in the vault final at the Paris Olympics.

[{"selector":"#anim-827543c1-b9a3-4e2d-bd97-02eafd072699 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-7.802197546143168%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

This victory marks her tenth Olympic medal overall.

[{"selector":"#anim-69b6b28e-f994-4a9c-b45d-0776008c9dce [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-21.874999829338588%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Biles extended her dominance in the sport by defeating Brazil's Rebeca Andrade.

[{"selector":"#anim-c68b2c4e-7413-416b-a69e-b43bccbba10d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.817216767644311%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Andrade secured the silver medal, while Jade Carey of the United States claimed bronze.

[{"selector":"#anim-3bf63380-b539-498d-b846-dbea68e5d98b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.843749786673241%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Biles executed her signature "Biles II" vault, a highly complex and technically demanding skill.

[{"selector":"#anim-d09a42bb-399b-4f8f-b251-c2062e90b0e5 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-30.684742529854592%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Her second vault was a Cheng, which also contributed to her overall score.

[{"selector":"#anim-ab951c32-9ee1-4175-acd7-470a4c037002 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-21.874999829338588%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

With a combined average of 15.300, Biles surpassed the competition.

[{"selector":"#anim-35aa0ad5-51a8-4ca9-9152-7c762672fb81 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.857041374655596%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Andrade's impressive performance earned her an average score of 14.966.

[{"selector":"#anim-92eafb8e-4d16-41fc-8244-68ab01af023f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.843749786673241%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Biles has now etched her name in history as the second woman to win Olympic gold in vault twice.

[{"selector":"#anim-e9f64bab-2dad-423a-9fa4-765f74775f42 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.843749786673241%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

This latest triumph solidifies her position as the most decorated American gymnast.

[{"selector":"#anim-acd17735-a244-4866-8e04-f2e240a8dd1f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.843749786673241%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Having previously won the Olympic all-around title twice, Biles continues to redefine the boundaries of the sport.The American gymnast clinched the gold medal in the vault final at the Paris Olympics.

[{"selector":"#anim-063b0861-fed9-4e11-b7db-d5474cd5938d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-30.643382235485973%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

Her unwavering determination and exceptional talent have captivated audiences worldwide.

[{"selector":"#anim-649cd286-1ea8-4779-94d2-4a83df913127 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-31.405639535607644%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

The gymnastics world eagerly awaits her next chapter.

[{"selector":"#anim-6e354c35-2f9c-4983-8519-a989466695f8 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.843749786673241%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU

"Biles is definitely one of the best athletes ever." 🏅

[{"selector":"#anim-f2c0da7d-c2c8-40a1-a2cb-0c6df357129f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-14.843749786673241%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Image Credit: NBCU