'There was a lot of time I wanted to quit': Sunisa Lee on winning gymnastics all-around gold
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- Опубліковано 18 жов 2024
- Sunisa Lee came to Tokyo thinking the best she might do was win an all-around Olympic silver but the youngest member of the US gymnastics team grabbed the gold after Simone Biles dropped out of the event over mental health concerns.
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With Biles watching from the front row at the Ariake Gymnastics Centre, Lee won the all-around to secure the title for the US for a fifth straight Games on the final rotation - the floor exercise - for a 57.433 winning total.
Surprise package, 22-year-old Brazilian Rebeca Andrade, who had topped the rankings for the majority of the evening, took the silver for her country's first-ever medal in women's gymnastics and Russian Angelina Melnikova completed the podium by taking the bronze for the ROC.
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I admire the way she carried herself through these obstacles.
yes she never quit not afraid to lose!
So honest and well spoken at such a young age. She has her whole life ahead of her! Best wishes Suni!
she seem like a reely lovely girl and a reely nice person. we fans for sure. lovely gymnastics 🥰🥰😍
@Censor Me None of these athletes owe anyone a medal. They all are competing in sport they love doing. If people educate themselves about gymnastics. You'll know there's this thing called Twisties in Gymnastics. That what Simone had. Its when gymnasts are in mid-air and lose awareness of where they are in the skill, making it difficult to land safely. The moves she does is too dangerous for her to continue competing. Where she can died possibly landing on her head, or whatever.
@Censor Me oh stfu
Her original plan was to get gold in team final and silver in all around. But this is even better! 🎉
@Censor Me tl;dr
I absolutely love this girl. I'm not even from the United States but I still feel so proud of her, she truly has a great future as one of the best gymnast ever!!
When she said "I didn't think of a medal because either way I would have been proud of myself" I hear that from most athletes and think they're just being humble and not really telling the truth.
I hear that from her and I actually believed it. That's such a great attitude. She overcame a lot. Even if she didn't medal she should be extremely proud and we should be of her too! But she did gold medal so that's even crazier of course. Extremely well earned!
@George Washington this is about the olympics dummy!
‘I try not to think about winning a medal because either way I wouldve been proud for competing here.’ Love that!!!
yaasss!!!
she's a true champion!
Such a talented young woman. A champion.
They ALL ARE 💕
@@sexyscorpio8087 True they all are but this is her moment. Let her shine.
@Jim Lahey Why don't you quit your toxic and prideful mentality. How many people can sit there and say I'm Olympian? Not many, every athlete who participated in this year Olympics deserves to be praised for performing during pendemic. Maybe show some empathy.
@Jim Lahey 👏👏
She is the true warrior champion. She should lead the team from now on! She never gave up on her team or country.
Such a strong young lady. I cannot imagine the pressure she felt. I knew in my heart she could do it and she had the mental fortitude after watching the clip about how she competed while her dad had suffered a traumatic injury. So proud of her.
Wow I didnt know that about her dad.. is he ok?
also lost an aunt and an uncle to COVID-19. Such a strong, well spoken young girl!
I thought the same.
@@bluewhale2600 from what I read, her father was on a ladder helping a relative cut a tree/branch and he fell. Unfortunately, he became paralyzed. She and her dad are very close. She took on the responsibility of watching her younger brothers and sisters, after going to school and practice, so her mom could visit with her dad. Such a remarkable young lady, to say the least.
@@Keesmom2 Wow! Thanks for sharing this backstory. Very touching. What a tough girl! Her fam. Must be very proud of her, just as we are all and most importantly, she is proud of herself!😊👍💗
Suni is a STRONG young woman. Lots of great things going for her, we are so proud. ❤️🥳🌟🥇🏆🏅
That medal wasn’t going home with anyone else Suni! 🙏☺️ proud of you and the team!
Well, it almost did go to Brasil. Sunisa did her best but she needed also Andrade not to do her best. With her floor score from qualifiers, Andrade would have beaten her. It took only one tiny step out of the mat for Andrade to give Lee the gold medal.
@@amethyst2823 sounds a lot like a win is a win
....it doesn't matter if you win by an inch or a mile..winnings winning. c'mon we all know dis
Brave and strong like a lion, graceful like a butterfly
Well said!! I was literally in choking with tears when i heard the news! SUPER proud of this young lady!!!
What a nice analogy!
Suni is a rare gymnast, to be SO powerful yet totally graceful and has amazing flexibility & dances beautifully!
Your comment reminds me of the maria song by blondie
Way to present USA, Hmong Americans, and Asian Americans ❤
what is hmong
ooh among
@@briancockerham4731 Hmong is a group of people in Asia covering parts of china and Vietnam.
@@Silex-Flint also laos, Thailand, and Cambodia
@@Silex-Flint they are the mountain people of laos
Suni Lee is a superstar. I'm so impressed by her ability to stay calm, to focus on her sport, and, as her dad always reminds her, to have fun! I'm in awe of her ❤❤❤
I can’t imagine the amount of pressure she faced before performing, she’s an absolute warrior. Well deserved and finally an Olympic gold medalist 🥺 I really wanted Suni to win this not just for her family but because she deserved it so much. She overcame all obstacles and finally showed the world her capabilities. Sooo proud of her and can’t wait for new opportunities to come her way🥇❤️
Sunisa, this is her moment, her work. I'm so happy for her.
Now, THAT is a CHAMPION!! Thank you, Sunisa for representing the USA as you did. Your explanation shows your maturity and how you used the resources (SELF ESTEEM, family, coaches, medical staff) you had available and just demonstrated your magnificent abilities. CONGRATULATIONS!!!! WELL-DESERVED!! 👏🏼🇺🇸❤️👏🏼🇺🇸❤️👏🏼🇺🇸❤️👏🏼🇺🇸❤️👏🏼🇺🇸❤️👏🏼
Well deserved Suni, Congrats on bringing the gold back home!
This is how you courageously represent yourself, your team, your family, and your country well! Fight your fears head on! Stay positive and trust in the hard work you put in. And just do it!
Us AMERICANS are proud of you and Team 🇺🇸
I am extremely proud of Simone.. .for taking a stand against evil, for giving the US the golden FINGER! She's a HERO and has definitely earned her own Gold Medal! Congratulations Simone.... the GOAT!!!!
@@markgiron8188 I'd like you to see you in that situation...XD
@@bluelagoon1875 why comment this while he’s trying to praise her ?
@@bluelagoon1875 your comment is seriously ridiculous but Suni thanks you.
Yes, we are truly proud of Suni Lee. She embodies the best attributes of our country and she has such an amazing, encouraging family that supports her to the fullest. She is truly a champion in every way. With that attitude, all possibilities are endless. Thank you Suni for representing the USA with such dignity and grace. You have a champion's heart and we are forever proud of you! USA! USA!
Love, Your Extended American Family from another mother 🤩😂. Well done!!
So well spoken and gracious. Great representation for her Hmong & Asian heritage. Couldn't be more proud of this champion.
Can we all just get along and celebrate this great win for our beautiful country, the USA? Congratulations Suni!!!
Absolutely
She’s so incredible. I’m so proud of her for taking this opportunity and running with it.
That's a great point which few, if any, have brought up!
Congratulations Suni. Your such an amazing and talented athlete. America is very proud of you and our team ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Put a shirt on
Make me
@@kellyblanco2020 I'll call snoop Doggy
Thank you for not quitting. your the goat today !!!
A truly new sports legend made history for the women of the almost unknown people. WOW! JUST WOW! You are a star now Sunisa Lee, way up in the sky! You did it for yourself, your family, the Hmong, and your country the USA! Hey Mr. and Mrs. Lee, congratulation for this achievement. Great parents raised great kid.
Olympic athletes get so laser focused on one another and forget all the athletes that missed out on the opportunity to go… let go of the pressure and realize you’re already a winner. Everything else is just whipped cream, sprinkles, and cherries.
I love your comment. This is the one.
Yes Yes
She’s so humble!! So happy for her 😭😭
Auburn is so lucky to have her coming onto their team. Congratulations Suni, you deserve this moment in the spotlight!!
We are so proud of you, Suni! You never gave up and now your dream has come true!!!!!!
Congratulations and thank you for not quitting!! ❤️👍
What a beautiful example of courage and determination! So happy for her and her family
I am so proud of her! She deserved it and is making everyone proud!
You go girl, Its your time to shine!!
She's beautiful to watch, super graceful. Gymnastics is brutal and all of these girls are champions, but I am beyond thrilled that Suni won gold. ❤️❤️❤️
Suni Lee you are so humble.i am very proud of you for achieving the gold....well done girl you deserve it
So deserved🥇
Glad you persevered!!!! That's what makes you a CHAMPION!!!!!
You did amazing a true champion heroin face on today's gymnastics. And a forever record honey. We love you thank you for making all of us proud.
Love her humility and grace in speaking.
The whole team had to dig deeper and they did.
Stay Golden Suni Congratulations!🇺🇸🇺🇸
not really. Suni was being Suni despite obstacles. She is a natural star.
@Scan Mental health issues affect us all. Retreating from the Olympics for taking care of her mental health and herself shouldn't be shamed upon.
Congrats Suni! You’re such an inspiration to the generations to come, and already a leader in our Hmong community. So happy for you and looking forward to watching you accomplish much more in the future. Again, CONGRATS!!!!
So happy for Suni Lee, what a star!
Congratulations, Suni!!! You're the only reason why I'm watching the Gymnastics and thank you for stepping up gracefully.
You and the other AMAZING young women on team USA are outstanding role models for every little girl all over the world...Congratulations and continued success to you all !!!
So proud of young lady step up you three a won the sliver a now you won a gold even when the super star or the goat step down . Congratulations to you and your team
@StillJOKES For me How do you know she would have won? Simone quit at a crucial moment. She did not display courage, committment, perseverance or team spirit. She is not a rookie. Sometimes you have to come out of your "feelings" and look at the broader picture. Black excellence is not about quitting. Many of our ancestors indured unconscionable suffering, yet they continued to stand so that future generations could stand on their shoulders and move forward. Today, unfortunately, too many afhere to the "I quit" mentality when the going gets tough. All races have a story.
@@van182 All right now So True!!! Every word!!! Amen. On that !!!!!
@@van182 Quitting because feeling unsafe to perform risky moves is completely valid, while quitting because I don't think I can win is not. Simone Biles would be in the unsafe so she quit area. If you aren't focused, aren't confident, aren't mentally fit, you can seriously hurt yourself, especially with the powerful and acrobatic routines Biles has to do.
Regardless Suni Lee, great job. I hope you have a very bright future.
But she didn't quit that's why she won!! Never ever give up!!
Simone Biles has left the chat room....
@@common-sense-is-the-way 😂😂😂
Guts and Glory. Congratulations girl
Congratulations Suni! Job well done, so beautiful, talented, smart etc.... the U.S. is proud of you and the Hmong people makes a country #1 country on this earth.
I'm so proud of Suni Lee! What an amazing performance and record of perseverance! Not only does she have skill and talent but she has the heart of a champion. Well done!
Suni you’re amazing and we’re so proud of you! I hope you can feel the love from us to you.
Congrats🎉🥇We are so proud of you❤️
Way to go Suni!!! You absolutely deserve that gold medal you're amazing
Way to persevere through the pressure and injuries. That is the true sign of a champion. Never give up. Never QUIT.
Are you trying to say something without saying it? :D
@@alementary4065 I did say it.
I think he's saying its better to step up than step out
Real talk , true champions never give up .
Bro you look like u can’t even do a push-up, gymnast team still won silver without simone
Congratulations, Suni! You deserve it….and thank you for that wonderful performance. I thoroughly enjoyed watching it. Best of luck to you in the individual events, you are a joy to watch perform.
So happy for her, was rooting for her. Congrats, Sunisa!
Congratulations and the HMONG community are proud of you!
She doesnt care about your community bich..if she was caring about it she was representing Laos..not america
"There was a point in time where I wanted to quit" is the correct quote (for accessibility purposes).
Very proud of USA team.
thank you for not quitting and embracing the pressure, proud of you.
@@tesina21 thank you for showing your colors. Stop talking when you're an out of shape potato, judging from your couch.
tesina21 Take some time to learn about mental health; the pressure simone has at this games is not comparable to anyone else’s .Im think suni is happy she has her chance to get her gold medal
@@tesina21 'Fact.
@@ajollypanda4175 and that's why the pathetic Biles still will have endorsements.
Maybe get to know more about gymnastics and learn about Twisties that is mental block for gymanst. That why Simone step down Because she could injured herself.
I'm so happy for her. Her dad must be super proud
She didn't t quit, give up, or give in....that is a great athlete!
Why are you trying to bash her teammate instead of just congratulating her
@@II-bn8gc because is what that kind of people do
@@Jessica33077 😹😹😹😹😹😹😹
@@II-bn8gc why do you care if she is bashing her teammate or not
@juul cat you said it right, you don't care, there was a gymnast once that instead of listening to her body kept going for the fans (people like you always ready to pass judgement) the country ecc, she broke her neck
We love you Suni! From St Paul, Minnesota!
That's what you call an Olympian, a True Champion.... do your best and be proud of yourself no matter what , never quit ...
You are a typical know-nothing.
It's easy to say never quit when you're on the side lines watching.
@@faith2xxx never quit is a life principle regardless of circumstance
@DLO 06 another fan girl
@@estherl3902 exactly if you fail but didnt quit you have the dignity to say you tried.....failure is when you dont succeed but attempted but when you quit you never gave yourself the chance. No one here is saying they are in anyone's shoes but we ALL DEAL WITH THESE TYPES OF THINGS IN LIFE AT SOME POINT.
What an amazing and humble young lady. So well spoken and so down to earth. Best Wishes Suni!
I have been such a Suni Lee fan, and I'm so glad the world gets to see this talented, fierce, 2nd only to Biles in the US and first in the world on the uneven bars. Her routines take my breath away. On the bars, she flies. She literally knows how to fly.
Seems like everyone in the world is 2nd to Suni especially Biles who didn't even try
@@poorrandall8982 - It's great to celebrate Suni Lee, but please, why the need to take a kick at Simone Biles? Very mean-spirited of you.
@@wiseonwords because the comment is that she 2nd to Biles which isn't the case. She's the best all around female gymnast in the world right now.
There were points in time when she wanted to quit, but she pushed through and persevered. Others could learn a lot from her. She is an inspiration.
@Derek Foehr - "Others could learn a lot from her." Why, whoever do you mean? ;)
Bet you she won't get the endorsements those are going to the " brave" quitter Simone
@@adamclark9004 Idk people are sympathetic to Biles and still hold her in high regard, but they eat up underdog redemption powering through adversity stories better. Unless it's a mental health related, I don't think Biles will be getting endorsements that Lee won't unless she rallies and does something "athletic" in the upcoming months.
You did great! And we're proud!
So proud of you!
What a tough girl for being only 18. Go USA 🇺🇸!!! GOLD!!! 🥇
Congratulations!!!!! The road to the top is never easy. There are always moments of uncertainty! This success should set you up for life success, its all the same thing. The hard work, doing what others are not willing to do.
America's newest Gymnastics Princess! Congrats Sunisa!
You’ve gone thru a lot. What an extraordinary feat! You deserve that medal. We are proud of you for bringing us the gold medal.👏🏻👏🏻
Congratulations Suni! So proud of you 🎊
Love how unselfish she is. Not making everything about herself. Way to fight through adversity and not quitting, Suni.
suni i am so sorry this loser took your win as an opportunity to be nasty to your teammate.
Your mean comment is an assault on my mental health and you should be ashamed of yourself for bullying people online. Absolutely disgusting.
@@Heyjuststfu ok so take some time away from social media to focus on your mental health. I think your absence would benefit us all
If you understand gymnastics then you'll know it isn't smart for gymnast to perform with Twisties. Look it up what it means and how bad Simone could of gotten injured.
@@danieljessekaplan7034 I will never run and hide from bullies like you. People like, Suni inspire me to fight through adversity. To be humble, to never quit when things get tough, to be there for others when they need you most. She is a true inspiration.
CONGRATULATIONS SUNI!!!!
A massive congrats girl!!!! u go Suni Lee!!💪💪🔥🔥🔥 u amazing and we love u and we love the hole team. Go Suni go team. get well soon Simone we love u to and u been our inspiration from day 1. Loads of little kids like us love the sport cause of all u AMAZING gymnasts!! Suni ur routine was incredibul an u deserved that gold🥰🥰🥰😍
Wanted to quit, but did not quit. That's mental toughness! Now she's the best in the world.🙌🏼🇺🇸
I'm sure she said it with that purpose
Each human is different and faces different struggles. Having the self awareness to know when you need to give yourself a mental break is extremely important
@@danieljessekaplan7034 thanks for saying that
@@danieljessekaplan7034 Simone Biles quit on her team during the competition. She needed to have the mental fortitude to carry on and try. If she wanted a break she should have done it before the competition started. Or better yet, not even compete to be on the team.
@@dvm2971and you are????? I don't think you have a say on what she should do lol
Great for her showing great mental strength.
Talk about being a Sport 🏅 she is so great and inspiring to our Hmong community not only that but first in America what a AWESOME WOMEN💞
As a fellow Asian American, I am so, so proud of her.
@@jwxujerry As a non-Asian, you should be proud of Suni. What this young lady has achieved despite such family adversity as well as re-grouping after the abrupt loss of the team leader, is more than commendable! (No hate towards Biles) It is Suni’s well deserved moment.
Way to go Sunisa!!!
The choice to NEVER GIVE UP that's how you bring home the gold, that's how you make history.
YASS GO SUNI!!! You have made us all so proud!!! You’re story is inspiring and hope you can celebrate with your family soon!
So very proud of this young woman. Another Team USA example of a member following their own inner guidance.
Congrats to you Suni. So happy for you. From a fellow Minnesotan. Thank you.
It is so refreshing to hear that everyone can struggle and still stick it out.
@@BKT42 shut up
@@BKT42 - salty! :)
I love everyone throwin shade at Biles...its true tho
GOAT! Started and finished! You go girl!! Congratulations.🎉🎊🎈
So glad she represents the USA. Congratulations! Your parents must be so proud.
Congratulations Suni WELL DESERVED
Only the Strong Ones will survive… The weak ones can go HOME NOW !!!
Thank you for representing our country with Honor, Dignity and Love 💙❤️💙❤️💙
Beautiful words!💗😊 great job to her and her coach!!Congratulations!!
Glad she didn't "quit." She has my respect! She deserved this!
Well... Quitting because she doesn't think she can win versus quitting because she don't feel safe performing a move are different. Context.
So mature and emotionally strong. Way to go! Congratulations Suni :)
Congratulations!
Great job! So happy for her!
She really earned that medal!!
Congratulations to Suni Lee. Winning Gold despite the odds and pressure. Thank you for not quitting.
Excellent athlete. Made us Americans proud!
Awesome. We all proud of you!!
Congratulations!!
Congrats from Vancouver Canada Sunisa you are a great athlete and a inspiration to all the youth participating in sports
I know lots of people are sad/angry about Simone Biles quitting but lets not put comments to let her down. She was greatl athlete and lets respect he. 🙏🏻 🇺🇸 🥇
Actually I’ve found most people are proud of Simone for putting her health first
@Scan Do your homework and check her accomplishments, it's not a hypejob. It's amazing how short sighted and judgmental people become when their own life isn't close to lives they criticize.