Olympian Jordan Chiles shares her emotional journey in her memoir, "I'm That Girl: Living the Power of My Dreams." From her teary-eyed excitement as a six-year-old starting gymnastics to her triumphs in the Olympics, she navigates moments of doubt and inspiration. A crucial conversation with fellow gymnast Simone Biles reignited her passion for the sport during a tough period. Chiles achieved bronze at the Tokyo 2020 Games, marking a historic moment with fellow Black gymnasts. However, her journey also faced setbacks, including the stripping of her medal due to a coach's influence on scoring.
"I thought you bought me a puppy!" she cried, recalling the emotional moment she first arrived at the gymnastics center, showcasing her childlike excitement.
Biles came to me and said, 'You have the talent, you have the gift. If you want to do it, go do it.' That was an eye-opener for me.
It was the first time three Black women had shared an Olympic gymnastics podium. The moment went viral and highlighted a significant milestone.
Chiles reflects on her journey, discussing the pain of having her Olympic medal stripped post-competition due to an arbitration court decision.
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