Simone Biles’ gritty performance helps U.S. take lead during Olympic qualifications
![Simone Biles flashes a smile after competing on the vault during women's qualifications on day two of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.](https://ktvz.b-cdn.net/2024/07/1920x1080_Simone-Biles_GettyImages-2164028616-1440x810.png)
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The United States women, led by Simone Biles, surged to the lead after subdivision two of women’s qualifications at the Paris 2024 Olympics despite Biles battling through pain in her left leg.