Simone Biles in Lima boosts 2027 Pan American Games as historic ambassador

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, attended the countdown clock ceremony in Lima, Peru, as an honorary ambassador for the 2027 Pan American Games, marking a historic institutional endorsement of the city's organizational process. Biles holds eleven Olympic medals, seven of them gold, and thirty world championship medals, with five signature moves named after her. Her presence in Lima is expected to boost the event's global visibility, commercial appeal, and regional athletic development. Beyond her athletic dominance, Biles is renowned for advocating for athlete mental health and safety, having sparked global reforms after withdrawing from events at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics due to the "twisties." Her visit includes activities with youth delegations and coaches.