Olympic Gymnastics Results: Simone Biles, Laurie Hernandez Win Balance Beam Medals

by abournenesn

Aug 15, 2016

The women’s balance beam final proved to be difficult for several gymnasts Monday, including United States star Simone Biles.

Biles was denied a chance at winning her fifth gold medal at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio when she scored a 14.733. She didn’t fall off the beam, but she needed to touch it to regain her balance. The mistake wasn’t enough to cost Biles a medal, though, as she won bronze.

Biles’ teammates, Laurie Hernandez, scored a 15.333, which won her the silver medal. Sanne Wevers of the Netherlands won gold at 15.466.

Thumbnail photo via Andrew P. Scott/USA TODAY Sports Images

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