has after the Brazilian earned gold at the Paris Olympics - as the act was deemed "disgusting" by one NFL player. The pair of American medallists showed their admiration for their counterpart with the rare gesture on the podium following the women’s floor exercise final. Although had been expected to prevail in the event, the triumph was ample reward for Andrade who picked up the top prize for the first time this summer.
The star from Sao Paulo added the gold to her previous one in the vault event in Tokyo three years ago, having also won two silver medals and a bronze in Paris. However, the decision of Team USA pair to show deference to their peer did not go down well with everyone - with NFL cornerback Marlon Humphrey among the critics of their gesture. The star was left irked by their behavior in honoring their rival as she earned her first gold of the Games - having entertained the masses this summer with her displays.
The disgruntled three-time Pro Bowler was not a fan of their act, as he said on Twitter/X: "This is literally disgusting." Now, former has waded into the debate as she gave the converse stance on the matter in a supporting address. She said: "I’m still not over this beautiful moment of sisterhood and sportsmanship! You can just feel the love shining through these ladies.
Congrats Rebeca, Jordan and Simone!" The memorable moment on the podium went down well with Andrade who was left visibly touched by the gesture of her respectful contemporaries. She adm.