Olympics
Gap Stands by Biles’s Decision to Pull Out of Competition
- Gap unit says it’s ‘inspired by her leadership’ on self-care
- Gymnastics star hasn’t decided on some individual competitions
Simone Biles at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Photographer: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images
Gap Inc. is backing the decision by its star athlete endorser Simone Biles to put her mental health first and sit out the gymnastics team competition at the Tokyo Olympics.
“We stand by Simone and support her well-being both in and out of competition,” Kyle Andrew, chief brand officer for Gap’s Athleta line, said Tuesday in a statement. “Being the best also means knowing how to take care of yourself. We are inspired by her leadership today and are behind her every step of the way.”