I think you are correct. This is absolute proof of what happens to that generation under pressure. Now granted, I am sure she was under tremendous pressure, but many have faced the same pressure (or worse pressure) previously and prevailed.
Also the whole self reference of “GOAT” is somewhat cringe and also an example of her generation. You get to be a something by being that something, not just by saying it.
I know she is an extreme talent. I know she is a crazy good athlete. But that whole “i quit” thing post her making a mistake is a sign of weakness in my opinion.
Maybe more comes out and we find out she was actually injured and that’s a different story, but for now it appears to just be a lack of intestinal fortitude. Which she is being called “brave” for. Which is sickening.