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HISTORICAL FACTS: Simone biles is embracing strength comfort at the 2025 espy awards | History Defined

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Simone Biles donned a custom Athleta gown for the ESPYs, which she attended with husband Jonathan Owens. | Maya Dehlin Spach/WireImage

Simone Biles did not need to be asked twice.

When it came time to plan her outfit for the 2025 ESPY Awards, the seven-time Olympic gold medalist was approached to try something different: wear a custom gown made by activewear brand Athleta, which has sponsored her since 2021. Having the comfort of Athleta apparel in an outfit for a formal occasion was all Biles needed to hear to be on board. 

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