Simone Biles steps away for her honeymoon with Jonathan Owens yet somehow she's still collecting recognized awards

Few athletes in history have dominated their sport like Simone Biles. At 27, she cemented her legacy as one of gymnastics' all-time greats with a breathtaking performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, adding four more medals to her collection. Now with 11 Olympic medals, she remains among the sport's elite, continuing to break records and inspire a new generation. Outside of gymnastics, Biles has also built a life with her husband, NFL safety Jonathan Owens, who plays for the Chicago Bears. Her career has kept her incredibly busy, delaying a major milestone in her personal life - until now.

A Romantic Safari Adventure in South Africa

Two years after tying the knot in Cabo San Lucas, Biles and Owens finally made up for lost time with a long-overdue honeymoon. Instead of a traditional beach retreat, the couple opted for a breathtaking safari experience in South Africa. From luxurious accommodations to up-close encounters with wildlife, their trip was nothing short of spectacular. Biles, who shared glimpses of the trip on Instagram, posted a heartfelt message: "Consider this my postcard from South Africa.

Their busy schedules had forced them to postpone the honeymoon - Biles was laser-focused on her Olympic training, while Owens was juggling the demands of his NFL career. The couple had even talked about the delay, with Biles revealing in an interview that Owens' g with the Green Bay Packers right after their wedding threw a wrench into their plans. Now, with time on their side, they are embracing every moment of the adventure, from thrilling safari drives - where a lion strolled alarmingly close to their vehicle - to more relaxing experiences like couples massages.

Another Year of Accolades for Biles

While Biles and Owens celebrated their long-awaited honeymoon, the gymnast continued to rack up accolades. She was named Athlete of the Year at the 2025 Houston Sports Awards, and also took home Moment of the Year for her remarkable performance in Paris. With her medal count rising and her legacy growing, Biles remains at the top of her game, both in competition and in life. As she balances her career with new personal milestones, one thing is clear - there is no slowing down for this gymnastics icon. I sincerely doubt that she will participate in the next Olympic Games in Los Angeles 2028 but she will surely serve as an advisor or coach for the younger ones like Hezly Rivera who at 16 years old attended Paris.