Simone Biles, U.S. gymnastics stars compete this week for world championships spots

Simone Biles and other top U.S. gymnasts are competing this week

They are vying for spots on the team that will represent the United States at the World Championships

The competition is taking place in Kansas City, Missouri

The World Championships will be held later this year

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The U.S. has a strong tradition in gymnastics and is expected to do well at the Championships

Biles is considered one of the best gymnasts in the world and has won numerous medals

The competition will feature some of the best gymnasts in the country

Simone Biles, U.S. gymnastics stars compete this week for world championships spots

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