Simone Biles’ ex-coach, Cecile Landi, got real about the gymnast’s participation in the LA Olympics in 2028 and her absence from the competitive mat. Biles was last in contention at the Paris Olympics, where she extended her medal tally to 11, cementing her place as the most successful athlete the World has ever seen.
Biles has often been asked about the possibility of competing at the 2028 LA Olympics, but she has not yet confirmed anything.
Simone Biles’ Ex-Coach Landi Reveals Gymnast’s Olympic Plans
Landi coached Biles from 2017 to 2024, and the coach–tutee relationship evolved into a bond that went beyond the competitive mat. Even after their journey ended, they have continued to show each other admiration and affection, both in person and on social media.
In a recent episode of The Line podcast with Dr. Kristen Holmes, the host expressed eagerness about Biles’ much-anticipated Olympic return, noting that she could not find any articles online confirming it.
In response, Landi revealed that she knows nothing about a comeback. She also shared that the 28-year-old has been focused on supporting her husband, Jonathan Owens, who plays for the Chicago Bears, while remaining in discussions with her sponsors.
She said: “I don’t know. She is doing it like stuff with her sponsors and then being the best NFL wife she can be, supporting Jonathan. So, she’s going to all the games.”
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Biles missed experiencing the Tokyo Olympics, as she cited mental health issues midway through the Games and withdrew. Her redemption came in Paris 2024, where she won three gold medals in the all-around, team, and vault, and a silver medal in the floor exercise.
Simone Biles Will Head to the 2028 LA Olympics
The 30-time World medalist enjoyed a prosperous 2024, competing at the Games and headlining the Gold Over America Tour. She also made several high-profile appearances in 2025, including attending major fashion events such as New York Fashion Week and the Met Gala, which were among the highlights of her year.
Most importantly, the gymnast has been a fixture in the NFL events, watching her husband play with the Bears. The couple also vacationed and spent their holidays together.
In October 2025, she shared that being away from the mat was a mindful decision, as she wants her mental and physical health to align. She also assured that she would be a part of the LA Olympics in some capacity, but couldn’t tell what.
The Olympian won two ESPY awards in 2025, one for the Best Female Athlete and the other for the Best Championship Performance.