Simone Biles, still anxious about dancing, has reunited with her Dancing With The Stars partner, Sasha Farber, as she prepares for challenging routines on her Gold Over America Tour.
Simone Biles may be the most decorated gymnast in history, but even she has her fears, especially when it comes to dancing. With seven Olympic gold medals to her name, Biles is not one to shy away from challenges, and her latest endeavor, the Gold Over America Tour (GOAT), puts her right back in the spotlight. This time, however, it’s not just gymnastics that’s giving her the jitters, it’s dancing.
Despite her comfort with the dance elements in gymnastics routines, Biles has often expressed her discomfort with full-fledged dance performances. Her unforgettable appearance on Dancing With The Stars in 2017 left her with mixed emotions. However, she recently reunited with her DWTS partner, Sasha Farber, to help her tackle the dance-heavy routines on the tour.
Facing her dancing fears once again
In a recent interview posted on the official Gold Over America Tour Instagram page, Biles opened up about the nerve-wracking nature of dancing. “We learn all of these dances in a week, so that’s the most nerve-wracking part,” she revealed. This anxiety is not new for Biles, who admitted that during the first leg of the tour, she frequently forgot routines and even the exits on stage.
But Biles isn’t facing these challenges alone. Thanks to her friend and fellow gymnast Jordan Chiles, she’s had support in calming her nerves. And now, she’s bringing in another familiar face, Sasha Farber. The duo was spotted together at a recent party, hinting at Farber’s role in helping Biles navigate her dance struggles on the tour.
A memorable DWTS partnership
Biles and Farber originally teamed up for the 24th season of Dancing With The Stars, where the Olympic champion faced some tough criticism from the judges, including being told to smile more during her performances. Biles famously fired back with, “Smiling doesn’t win you gold medals,” but she remained determined to improve her dance skills.
Under Farber’s guidance, Biles impressed audiences with routines ranging from the Samba to the Tango, ultimately earning a perfect score in their final performance. However, despite their strong showing, the pair was eliminated due to public voting-a result that left Biles in tears.
Now, with the GOAT tour in full swing, Farber’s experience and support could be exactly what Biles needs to conquer her dance-related fears. While gymnastics remains her forte, fans are eager to see if Biles can overcome the mental hurdles that come with mastering new routines.
As she prepares for another round of performances, Biles is leaning on her past dance mentor to help her shine once again, proving that even the greatest athletes sometimes need a little help from their friends.
