“We are all better because of you” – Fans react to Simone Biles’ heartfelt message for Mikaela Shiffrin

Simone Biles and Mikaela Shiffrin are two amazing athletes from different sports. Biles is considered one of the most decorated gymnasts in history, while Shiffrin is the second most successful alpine skier in history.

Simone Biles recently spoke to Laureus Sports on Instagram about the hand of support she extended to fellow American athlete Shiffrin during her rough phase.

Fans were delighted to see the gesture of the seven-time Olympic medalist. One fan commented:

"We are all better because of yous, thank you"

Screengrab of Biles' Instagram comment section

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Fans react to Simone Biles' message to fellow American athlete Mikaela Shiffrin

Laureus Sport shared a video of seven-time Olympic medalist Biles sharing how and why she kept in touch with Mikaela Shiffrin during the latter's challenging phase.

Laureus Sports wrote in the caption:

"Even when you fall, you can get up and you can still go and achieve greatness."

The caption continued:

"Three-time Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year @simonebiles discusses her bond with #Laureus23 Nominee, @mikaelashiffrin and the support they have given each other during the ups and downs."

Mikaela Shiffrin herself commented to thank Simone Biles for her amazing gesture:

"Wow, thank you so much @simonebiles"

Fans were quick to express their appreciation in the comment section. One fan called Simone and Mikaela the best athletes:

"2 of the best athletes ever! Such admiration for both Simone and Mikaela"

Another fan wrote that 'women supporting women' is the best thing and added:

"love this so much! women supporting women is what it’s all about! these two ladies are about the best role models out there"

Screengrab of Laureus Sport's Instagram comment section

One fan wrote that she did her senior thesis on Simone Biles and Mikaela Shiffrin's mental health and its effect on them. She added that she was rewarded with an 'A' grade for the thesis:

"For my senior thesis last year I did a study on how mental illness affects athletic performance and identity and I wrote about @simonebiles and @mikaelashiffrin . It was truly fascinating to study and I want to become a sports psychologist to help other athletes going through similar things! Also, I got an A on the thesis!"

One fan also said that he went with the same process:

"Simone I’ve gone through the same thing @simonebiles"

Screengrab of Laureus Sport's Instagram comment section

A set of comments from the post are:

"Simone and Michaela, when you're there to talk to her, don't forget to turn on the precious new model lamp! I see you have good company with her there! Good, good...Julia, Taylor, , Mikayla, Melo, Jesse, Ava, Nina and Paola, Alice and I.......will have another company! And you sit there together and discuss!"

"I love u simone!!! Such a great role model"

"Two legends…"

Screengrab of Laureus Sport's Instagram comment section

Simone Biles has been a great advocate for mental health issues since her Olympic pullout. She stated her 'twisties' which caused her to quit the tournament midway through.

Just after her decision, she had to face various trolls and criticism, which she dealt with with courage and came back stronger.