French runner Alice Finot set a European record in the women's 3,000-meter steeplechase at the 2024 Paris Olympics. After her remarkable performance, Finot proposed to her boyfriend in a touching moment captured on video. This heartwarming proposal has since gone viral, captivating audiences worldwide
French runner Alice Finot captured the world's attention at the 2024 Paris Olympics with both her record-breaking performance and a heartwarming proposal. Finot, 33, finished fourth in the women’s 3,000-meter steeplechase, narrowly missing the podium but breaking the European record with a time of 8:58.67.
The true highlight, however, came after the race. In an emotional moment caught on video, Finot dropped to one knee and proposed to her boyfriend.
The video, which has since gone viral, shows her partner's joyful acceptance, adding a romantic twist to her athletic achievement.
Finot's proposal isn't the only romantic gesture at this year's Olympics. Days earlier, Chinese badminton player Huang Yaqiong was also proposed to by her boyfriend, Liu Yuchen, following her gold medal win.
These touching moments have added an extra layer of excitement and sentiment to the Paris Olympics, resonating with audiences worldwide and highlighting the personal stories behind the athletic feats.