Simone Biles Undecided on 2028 Olympics Comeback

Decorated gymnast says health and wellness are top priorities after 2026 Winter Olympics appearance

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Simone Biles, the most decorated Olympian in gymnastics history, did not definitively commit to or rule out competing in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles when asked about it during a recent television interview. Biles, who will turn 29 next month, said she is focused on her health and wellness after making an appearance at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, and that she approaches each Olympic cycle in "quads" or four-year periods.

Why it matters

Biles' potential return to the Olympics in 2028 would be a major storyline, as she is widely considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Her decision could have a significant impact on the U.S. women's gymnastics team and the overall narrative around the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.

The details

During an appearance on NBC's Late Night with Maria Taylor, Biles was asked about competing in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. She did not give a definitive yes or no answer, saying she has "matured a lot" and that "health and wellness is the number one thing" when it comes to training for another Olympic cycle. Biles said she approaches each quad, or four-year period, separately with the help of her coaches.

  • Biles will turn 29 years old next month.
  • Biles made an appearance at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy.

The players

Simone Biles

The most decorated gymnast in Olympic history, having won 7 Olympic medals, including 4 gold medals.

Maria Taylor

The host of NBC's Late Night show, where she interviewed Biles about her potential return to the Olympics.

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What they’re saying

“It definitely makes you hungry, especially when you've had so much success at an Olympic Games, but I've matured a lot. I've grown up.”

— Simone Biles (Late Night with Maria Taylor)

“I know that health and wellness is the number one thing, especially physically and mentally, to even train yourself for another four years to go to another Olympic Games.”

— Simone Biles (Late Night with Maria Taylor)

The takeaway

Simone Biles' potential return to the Olympics in 2028 remains an open question, as the decorated gymnast is focused on her health and wellness after her appearance at the 2026 Winter Games. Her decision could have a major impact on the U.S. women's gymnastics team and the overall narrative around the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.