The decorated Olympian who prides herself in being a ‘dog-mom’ hopes to one day fulfil her motherhood aspirations.
Celebrated American sprinter Gabby Thomas with five Olympic medals to her name, three of them gold, has revealed a heartfelt aspiration beyond her athletic triumphs to be remembered for the meaningful relationships in her life particularly motherhood which she is yet to attain.
“By the time I leave the earth, I hope my tombstone would say, you know, loving daughter, sister, friend, wife, and hopefully mother at that time and dog mom because my dog is my baby. I have one for now,” Thomas shared on an episode of Why Not Me? With Mike Johnson, highlighting her deep desire for a life filled with love and connection.
Triple-Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas continues to find inspiration from her mother’s earlier ordeals and how she responded.
Thomas, who resides in Austin, Texas, with her boyfriend Spencer McManes, shares her home with Rico, an adorable Pug she has lovingly cared for since August 12, 2020.
Recently, the couple was seen building a doghouse for Rico, showcasing their bond as a family of three.
The Olympian however hopes to add to that tally with children of her own, fulfilling her long-standing motherhood aspiration.
While Thomas cherishes her personal life, her career achievements have etched her name in history.
She became the first American woman to win a gold medal in the 200m at the Olympics since Allyson Felix’s victory at the 2012 London Games.
At the same Olympics, she clinched two more golds as part of the U.S. teams in the 4x100m and 4x400m relay races.
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The former world record holder shed light on the difficulties sprinters face when they make certain adjustments.
Despite her unparalleled success on the track, Thomas’ reflections underscore her belief that relationships, love, and family are the ultimate measures of a life well-lived.
Whether sprinting to victory or spending quality time with her loved ones, Thomas continues to inspire with her humility and grace.
