What's happened
Simone Biles returns to gymnastics after two-year hiatus, winning the US Classic in Chicago.
Why it matters
Biles' successful return to gymnastics after her mental health struggles in the Tokyo Olympics is significant as it demonstrates resilience and determination.
What the papers say
The Independent emphasizes Biles' successful return and her determination to compete for herself, while The Times of Israel highlights her triumphant comeback and improved mental and physical state.
How we got here
Simone Biles took a two-year break from gymnastics after experiencing 'the twisties' and mental health struggles during the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
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Simone Arianne Biles is an American artistic gymnast. With a combined total of 30 Olympic and World Championship medals, Biles is the most decorated American gymnast and the world's third most decorated gymnast, behind Belarus' Vitaly Scherbo and Russia's