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Simone Biles has redefined her sport — and its vocabulary. A look at the skills bearing her name

AP National Writer

PARIS (AP) — Simone Biles has spent the last decade-plus redefining what is possible in gymnastics. The American star has had five skills named after her in the Code of Points after completing them in competition. There’s a chance Biles could add a sixth element at the Olympics, where she has submitted a new skill on uneven bars. She did not attempt the skill during qualifying or the team finals but could try it during the all-around competition.

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