Simone Biles just gave a tearful explanation for her withdrawal from the U.S. gymnastics team finals at the Tokyo Olympics ... saying it was NOT injury related -- she's been struggling with mental health issues.
"Just my pride is hurt a little bit," Biles told reporters.
"After the performance that I did, I didn’t want to go into the other events so I thought I would take a step back," she added.
Biles says she's been seeing a therapist to help battle her "demons" ... and is going to use Wednesday as a "mental health day."
"I have to focus on my mental health and not jeopardize my health and well-being."
Team USA was still able to make the podium without Biles ... securing the silver medal, with the Russian Olympic Committee (AKA Russia) winning the gold.
Biles is keeping the door open on competing on Thursday.
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Source: TMZ
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