On June 2, 2024, Simone Biles secured her ninth U.S. Championships title, reinforcing the notion that she's not just good at gymnastics; she's basically in a league of her own. With a two-day all-around total of 119.750, she finished nearly six points clear of runner-up Skye Blakely, effectively making everyone else look like they're playing a different sport.

For those keeping score at home, Biles finished with the highest two-day score on all four events—because why dominate in one area when you can conquer them all? During warmups, she did have a minor misstep on vault, but still scored a 15.000 for her Yurchenko double pike. In layman’s terms: she messed up, and she was still better than most gymnasts on their best day.

Biles also executed a Cheng vault with precision, which earned her a 15.1. The fact that no other gymnast in U.S. history has more than seven U.S. Championships titles adds just a little more sparkle to her already blinding brilliance.

Biles wasn’t just competing; she had a fan section that included her husband, Jonathan Owens. And just in case you thought her dominance might wane, the U.S. team is poised to be the favorites for the 2024 Paris Olympics, ready to avenge their silver finish at Tokyo 2021.

Not to be overshadowed, Suni Lee made a commendable comeback, executing elegant routines on uneven bars and balance beam, despite struggling with kidney issues. But it wasn’t smooth sailing for everyone. Jordan Chiles and Jade Carey took a tumble on the beam, and Kayla DiCello, who finished third, found herself in a little uneven bars mishap. Shilese Jones sat out due to a shoulder injury and Kaliya Lincoln was sidelined with an injury but both are expected back for the trials.

Among all the sparkles, applause, and occasional falls, Biles emphasized the importance of mental health alongside physical health. Proving that she's not only a leader in flips and spins but also in wisdom, she supported Sunisa Lee after a fall on vault, highlighting her role as a mentor—because if you're better than everyone, you might as well help others up when they fall.

In short, Simone Biles' ninth win was another feather in her already overflowing cap, solidifying her status as a superhuman gymnast who continually proves that the sky really isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning.