Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles deactivated her X account following harassment from anti-LGBTQ activists amid her feud with Riley Gaines. The dispute erupted after Biles criticized Gaines for publicly shaming a transgender athlete, advocating for inclusivity in sports. Although Biles later apologized for personal comments directed at Gaines, she emphasized the importance of empathy and respect, acknowledging the complexities of competitive equity and inclusivity in athletics. Biles' actions highlight the challenges faced by public figures addressing sensitive issues in today's social media landscape.
"You're truly sick, all of this campaigning because you lost a race... You bully them ... One thing's for sure is no one in sports is safe with you around!!!!!"
"I've always believed competitive equity & inclusivity are both essential in sport... it didn't help for me to get personal with Riley, which I apologize for."
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