(Tim Bradbury/Getty Images)Simone Biles vaulted into gymnastics history in her own distinctive way, using her national platform to send a message to those who, like her, are survivors of sexual abuse. Biles won her fifth all-around title at the U.S. championships Sunday night in Boston and performed her routines while wearing a sparkly, light teal leotard she designed herself. Biles, who was one of more than 300 women who went public with sexual abuse by Dr. Larry Nassar, chose the color specifically long before the competition. “[The color] is for the survivors,” Biles said (via the Associated Press). Its purpose was to raise awareness about sexual abuse, show solidarity and encourage survivors to find the courage to speak up.

Source: Washington Post August 20, 2018 14:35 UTC