As I delve into these heartwarming tales of love and triumph, I find myself in awe of the extraordinary lives led by these athletes. They have shown us that dedication, passion, and perseverance can lead to greatness not only on the field but also in their personal relationships.
What’s more precious than leaving the 2024 Olympics with a medal? (Or at least as precious?)
For the growing number, now at seven, of couples who found their moment to propose during the Paris Games, there’s an additional circular token that holds immense significance in their lives.
Attributing it to surges of adrenaline, endorphins, intense emotions swelling within, and, let’s not forget, being in a city known for its romantic allure, love has been more than just an intangible presence; it has been palpable on the sports field, at the beach, on the track, and across numerous courts.
After our triumphant win in the badminton mixed doubles, gold medalist Huang Yaqiong shared with Olympics.com that she was taken aback by Liu Yuchen’s proposal following our victory. She had been fully dedicated to training for the Olympic championship and never anticipated this romantic surprise.
Extra points for the element of surprise then!
Huang’s mixed doubles partner, Zheng Siwei, reminisced about proposing to his current spouse after winning silver alongside Huang in Tokyo. However, he credited Liu for seizing the golden opportunity that came their way.
According to the Associated Press, Zheng expressed his belief that Huang is experiencing greater happiness now. He explained that while the previous event was solely beneficial for his proposal, the current situation seems to be a case of doubly fortunate events occurring simultaneously.
Many athletes, hailing from various regions, have pondered the question: How can we take an already extraordinary day and make it even more memorable?
Alice Finot, a French runner who placed fourth in the women’s 3,000-meter steeplechase and broke the European record with her time of 8:58:67, told the Daily Mail that she had promised herself if she ran under nine minutes (a number she considers lucky as it represents the nine years they’ve been together), she would propose to her partner, Spanish triathlete Bruno Martínez Bargiela.
Sí, oui, yes—they’re now engaged.
Check out all the engaged athlete couples who’ve got a wedding to plan after the 2024 Olympics:
On the eve of the July 26 Opening Ceremony, Team Argentina was assembling for a group photo. Suddenly, handball player Pablo Simonet stepped away from the crowd, knelt down, and proposed to his long-term partner, field hockey player Maria Pilar Campoy.
Next to a heartfelt video, Pablo posted on Instagram, “Visiting Paris is always a great choice.”
On August 2, Badminton player Huang Ya Qiong triumphantly secured gold alongside her mixed doubles partner Zheng Siwei. However, their teammate Liu Yuchen took the moment to propose an extraordinary partnership – he knelt down and asked if he could be Huang’s life partner instead.
As I bask in the euphoria of my triumphant return from a second-place finish at the Tokyo Olympics and the joyous surprise of my engagement, I find it challenging to express the profound emotions surging within me. However, capturing the essence, winning the gold medal signifies validation of our tireless journey.
She openly expressed her surprise about the engagement ring, mentioning that she had been concentrating on her training to reach the Olympic level. She didn’t anticipate receiving it.
Moreover, it’s worth noting that her fiancé is not an average individual. In fact, he was once a world champion in men’s doubles, and he also won a silver medal in the games held in Tokyo.
Sailing partners Sarah Steyaert (at left) and Charline Picon have been dear friends for years—and they even got engaged together, their respective boyfriends proposing as soon as they finished their bronze medal-earning performance in the women’s skiff 49er FX race on Aug. 2 in Marseilles.
Caveats be damned!
In an interview following the medal presentation, Sarah shared, “At the start of our project, our boyfriends mentioned they’d propose if we won a medal, but mine specified ‘only gold or silver.’ With our win today, I was expecting an engagement, but since it was only bronze, he reneged on his promise.”
However, despite her longtime companion being present to welcome her back from the shore with their little girl, he still chose to carry out his plan.
Sarah quipped, “We had to say yes.”
As a seasoned lifestyle expert with years of experience under my belt, I must say that witnessing the heartwarming double proposals at the picturesque Roucas-Blanc Marina was truly an unforgettable moment in my life. The serene ambiance, the pristine sand, and the crystal-clear waters created a magical setting that made the moment even more special. It’s not every day you get to be a part of such a unique and romantic event, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to bear witness to it. The love in the air was palpable, and it served as a reminder of the beauty and power of human connection.
She and fiancé Jean-Emmanuel Mestre are parents to daughter Lou together.
Although he informed reporters that Charline intends to step down from sports, she herself admitted she wasn’t certain about her future plans.
Surely, they will figure that out.
Despite finishing in fourth place during the shoot put competition in Paris, Payton Otterdahl remained focused on his ultimate goal.
Simultaneously, in the City of Romance…, the two-time Olympic athlete posted a picture on August 4, showcasing him proposing to collegiate hammer thrower Maddy Nilles, near the iconic Eiffel Tower.
Congratulations poured in, including from shot put silver medalist Joe Kovacs, his coach and wife Ashley Kovacs, and long jumper Tara Davis-Woodhall.
In a breathtaking scene with the iconic Eiffel Tower as backdrop and surrounded by 2,738 yellow roses, American rower Justin Best asked his longtime girlfriend Lainey Duncan for her hand in marriage live on the TODAY show on August 5th.
On our initial date, the victorious athlete expressed, “You were unique all along,” referring to himself. Recalling their conversation, he mentioned, “I had shared with you my dream of competing in the Olympics, and with a confident nod, you agreed, ‘Of course, go ahead and make it happen.'”
And in case you were wondering…
Justin went on to say, “Every yellow rose symbolizes a day that you and I have spent together. You know this because we kept in touch via Snapchat. Our chat streak currently stands at 2,738. Therefore, our relationship has been represented by 2,738 yellow roses through Snapchat. In essence, our love has been immortalized.”
Despite the abundance of excitement surrounding U.S. women’s rugby, they added to it by clinching a bronze medal in the tournament, earning Team USA their inaugural sevens medal for the very first time.
In the narrative, I find myself following closely as Alev Kelter skillfully catches another well-timed pass. As we climb the steps of the Musée d’Art Moderne in the heart of Paris, her twin sister Derya Kelter expertly sets up a beautiful ring pass, allowing Alev to take me by surprise with an emotional proposal. This special moment was shared with our close family and friends, and my girlfriend Kathryn Treder, who is a remarkable player for the U.S. women’s XVs rugby squad.
All of which was shared by two-time Olympic skateboarder Heimana Reynolds.
As a die-hard admirer who’s never dabbled in proposal photography before, I was utterly thrilled when @alevkelter shared her secretive plan and graciously invited me to immortalize this special moment. The honor bestowed upon me was truly indescribable.
As soon as my tears subsided, Derya exclaimed, “Now, let’s rewind to the PIVOTAL moment in this video when I gracefully passed the ring with an unparalleled smoothness!”
Initially, Alice Finot pledged to herself: I will aim to complete the women’s 3,000-meter steeplechase in under nine minutes as a condition for proposing to my boyfriend.
Initially, the European record-breaking French sprinter narrowly missed a podium spot during the August 6th final, but she clocked an impressive time of 8 minutes, 58.67 seconds which also set a new European record, shared with the three medalists.
Then, she made her way to the spectator area and proposed to Bruno Martinez Bargiela, a Spanish triathlete, by presenting him with a keepsake from the competition rather than a ring.
As a lifestyle aficionado, I embarked on a personal challenge: running under nine minutes. You see, nine has always been my lucky number and we’ve shared nine beautiful years together. If I managed this feat, I had decided that it was the perfect moment to pop the question.
And, Alice noted, Bruno said yes.
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