AceShowbiz - On Wednesday, August 28, Simone Biles, the 27-year-old Olympic gymnast, witnessed Caitlin Clark's historic performance in person at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Clark, 22, scored 19 points, grabbed five rebounds, and dished out five assists for the Indiana Fever, including a game-breaking 3-pointer that set a new WNBA rookie record. This shot marked her 86th 3-pointer of the season, surpassing the previous record held by Rhyne Howard.

After the game, Clark and her teammates had a special encounter with Biles and track star Gabby Thomas, who greeted them with hugs and smiles. The WNBA team posted a video of the heartwarming moment on social media, where the athletes could be seen beaming with excitement.

Biles expressed her admiration for Clark and the team, saying, "They were so excited... It's like usually the boy will just pass and be like 'Yup.' But they were so excited, that was so cool." She further shared the video on social media, emphasizing the importance of supporting women's sports. Thomas also chimed in, writing about her enjoyment of the game and her awe of the "stars."

Clark's exceptional season has been filled with record-breaking achievements. In August, she set a new WNBA rookie assist record. Despite not being selected for the U.S. women's basketball team for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Clark remains dedicated to her craft, stating that she plans to work hard and strive for her dream in the future.