Simone Biles recovers at home after near-fatal medical emergency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 11:56 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Simone Biles is recuperating at home following a serious medical emergency earlier this week. The seven-time Olympic gold medalist shared on Instagram her distressing experience, noting that her husband, Jonathan Owens, was away when the incident occurred. While she has not disclosed the details of her condition, Biles expressed gratitude to her support circle. Previously, she faced health challenges after competing in the Paris Olympic Games, and she remains uncertain about her participation in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- •Simone Biles experienced a near-fatal medical emergency this week.
- •Biles shared her experience on Instagram, mentioning her husband's absence.
- •She has not revealed specific details about her medical condition.
- •Biles previously faced health issues following the Paris Olympic Games.
- •Her future in gymnastics, including the 2028 Olympics, remains uncertain.
- 11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Olympian Simone Biles is ‘resting’ after near-death medical emergency. Here’s what we know.
"This 29-year-old athlete says her near death experience was especially scary since her husband was away for work.
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