Simone Biles' former coach Cecile Landi pens two-word message on 27-year-old's support for Georgia GymDogs

Simone Biles' former coach, Cecile Landi, shared her reaction after the Olympian showed support for the Georgia GymDogs during their meet against Florida. The coach took to social media to highlight Biles' engagement, reposting a photo that hinted at the Olympic gold medalist tuning in to watch the broadcast of the event on Friday, January 24.

The image shared by Landi captured a moment from the game night, showing the GymDogs team huddled together during the competition. The caption, 'Simone Biles watching UGA Gymnastics' showed the olympian watching the gymnastics action.

It was originally shared by espnW with the caption:

"The GOAT spending her Friday night supporting the Dawgs 🐶"

Cecile Landi reshared the post on her Instagram stories, adding her reaction to the moment. She wrote:

"Thanks, Simone (flying kisses emojis)"

Screenshot of Cecile Landi's Instagram Story/ Source: Instagram/ @cecilelandi

The No. 13 Georgia GymDogs faced a strong challenge from the No. 3 Florida Gators on Friday, falling 196.825 to 198.125 at the O'Connell Center in Gainesville. Brooke Gleichowski delivered the standout performance of the meet, tying for first place on beam with a career-best 9.950, the highest individual score for GymDog this season. Competing in her hometown, Gleichowski anchored the beam lineup, contributing to the team's season-high 49.350 in the event. The GymDogs now hold a season record of 2-3.

The connection between GymDogs and Biles exists through Cecile Landi. She shared her congratulations when her coach moved to her new role.

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Simone Biles reflected on her former coach Cecile Landi's new role as co-head at the University of Georgia

Simone Biles at Minnesota Vikings v Chicago Bears - Source: Getty

In April 2024, Cecile Landi began her role as co-head coach of the University of Georgia women's gymnastics team. Landi, who previously coached Simone Biles and Team USA, joined the GymDogs in Athens, Georgia to work alongside co-head coach Ryan Roberts. Landi also shared that, despite her move, her connection to elite gymnastics remains stable. Her husband, Laurent Landi will coach at the World Championships center.

The announcement of her appointment was made in April 2024, and Landi expressed her excitement on social media as she started her new chapter. Reflecting on her former coach's new chapter, Biles congratulated her and wrote:

"Congratulations, Cecile. I can't think of a more deserving person. Can't wait to see what the future holds for UGA Gymnastics! Y'all are in great hands!!!" (olympics.com)

Simone Biles earned six Olympic medals and 13 World Championship golds under the former coach's guidance.