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Simone Biles offered us another powerful reminder that peak performance evolves when she stepped into a new role as an NFL sideline photographer. Embracing sport from a fresh perspective, her willingness to explore identity outside of gymnastics medals reflects psychological flexibility, balance, and confidence. For athletes at every level, Biles’ example reinforces that staying in “top form” sometimes means redefining success, protecting mental health, and remaining connected to sport in ways that support the whole person.

This November, T1 made history by claiming a third consecutive title at the 2025 League of Legends World Championship. They became the first team ever to achieve a “three-peat” in the tournament’s history. Their triumph, under intense global pressure and after navigating a revamped three-split competitive calendar, underscores the power of collective resilience, mental endurance, and the self-belief needed to perform at the highest level under constant scrutiny. Their run is a true masterclass in sustaining focus and leveraging mental toughness to deliver when it counts most.

This October, the global sports community gathered around World Mental Health Day (October 10) and saw meaningful strides as elite organizations openly affirmed that mental well-being is as vital as physical performance. For instance, the International Skating Union launched dedicated “Calm Zones” and social-media-safeguarding programs to protect athletes from burnout and online abuse. These developments highlight how the “game within the game” — our internal mental world — is finally getting the visibility, resources, and normalization it deserves in the high-pressure environment of sport.