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Despite her best attempts, Biles placed second during the women’s floor exercise final.
Biles' action trascended the language barrier that has marked her interactions with Andrade throughout the Olympics.
By bowing to Andrade, Biles and Chiles reminded the world that sportsmanship is a universal language.
I have so much respect for her.
Shes such a good competitor, Biles said about Andrade after the medal ceremony.
She keeps me on my toes.
Its an honor to get to compete with her.
Andrade has had many obstacles on her way to Olympic glory.
Born in a favela, her mother worked as a maid to provide for her and her siblings.
More recently, she overcome adversity after tearing her ACL three times.
On top of the formidable scene, the three athletes also made history.
Meanwhile, the womens gymnastics balance beam podium was also the stage of a multicultural endearing scene.
