Simone Biles claims a Parisian nightclub attempted to charge her $26,000 for a single bottle of champagne, which she did not purchase. The incident garnered widespread attention and sparked discussions about the challenges faced by high-profile athletes.
Biles won 11 Olympic medals, including three gold and one silver from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
In a TikTok video, Biles shared details of the incident, questioning the exorbitant price. She did not disclose the nightclub's name. She expressed discomfort with the attention she receives and a desire to lead a normal life.
"We had closing ceremonies at the Olympics. I went and after that we went out. You guys, this club tried to charge me $26,000 for a bottle of champagne. Like, are you insane?" she said.
Biles earned $137,000 in total from her three gold and one silver medals in Paris and is expected to earn $8.5 million from endorsement deals in 2024, making her one of the highest-earning female athletes.
Biles will be headlining the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour, featuring other gymnastics luminaries. She is uncertain about competing in the next Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
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