Athletes like Simone Biles must perform at the highest level while also carrying burdens specific to Black sportswomen
A case of the twisties and discomfort with interviews aren’t the only factors that caused Biles and Osaka to step away. Public scrutiny, pressure and racism also played their part. While white athletes too are subjected to strenuous workouts, long practices, and press scrutiny, their Black counterparts must deal with added stressors.
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