Simone Biles Supports Ilia Malinin After Olympic Setback

After Ilia Malinin's recent Olympic performance, Simone Biles offered private support, calling the figure skater an 'absolute legend'.

18 Feb, 22:40 — 18 Feb, 22:59

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Ilia Malinin, a highly anticipated figure skater known as the "Quad God," faced an Olympic setback that derailed his gold medal aspirations. This story highlights the immense pressure on elite athletes and the public nature of their struggles, drawing parallels to Simone Biles' own well-documented challenges during the Tokyo Olympics. Biles' support underscores the shared experiences and solidarity among top competitors in navigating the highs and lows of global sporting events.

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First report: Fox News · 18 Feb, 22:40|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 19m|Window: 19m

Fox News18 Feb, 22:40First to report

Simone Biles draws on Olympic setback to support Ilia Malinin after 'Quad God's' gold bid unravels

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One Tiny Country Dominates the Olympics—and Everyone Wants the Secret - The Wall Street Journal

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One Tiny Country Dominates the Olympics—and Everyone Wants the Secret - The Wall Street Journal

One Tiny Country Dominates the Olympics—and Everyone Wants the Secret The Wall Street Journal

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Simone Biles draws on Olympic setback to support Ilia Malinin after 'Quad God's' gold bid unravels

After Ilia Malinin's latest Olympic performance, Simone Biles provided support through private messages. She called the figure skater an "absolute legend."

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Simone Biles Supports Ilia Malinin After Olympic Setback

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Simone Biles draws on Olympic setback to support Ilia Malinin after 'Quad God's' gold bid unravels

One Tiny Country Dominates the Olympics—and Everyone Wants the Secret - The Wall Street Journal

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One Tiny Country Dominates the Olympics—and Everyone Wants the Secret - The Wall Street Journal

Simone Biles draws on Olympic setback to support Ilia Malinin after 'Quad God's' gold bid unravels

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