American sprinter Gabby Thomas has revealed track and field’s hidden struggles just days after terrifying airport stalking.
Being a world-class athlete comes with its fair share of challenges, but some struggles remain hidden from the public eye.
While fans celebrate their favorite track and field stars for their speed and strength, there is an unseen battle these athletes fight every day.
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Two-time Olympian gold medalist and one of the brightest stars in the sport,Gabby Thomas recently shed light on a reality that many may not have considered before.
Just days after a terrifying airport stalking incident, Thomas opened up about track and field’s overlooked struggles in an emotional conversation with Kylie Kelce.
During the February 5th episode of Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, she revealed a hidden issue that has left many athletes frustrated for years: the lack of pregame fashion opportunities.
“We absolutely need to bring this to track and field, and we’ve already started,” Thomas said passionately as per Essentially Sports.
“…Last season, we did a lot of our own little tunnel shots.”
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For years, sports like football and basketball have embraced pregame fashion, turning it into a cultural phenomenon.
Players strut into arenas wearing designer outfits and their stylish entrances are captured in high-quality photos that flood social media.
These tunnel shots have become a way for athletes to express themselves beyond the game, building their personal brands and connecting with fans on a deeper level.
But for track and field athletes, the story is different. Despite being some of the fastest and most elite competitors in the world, they often do not receive the same attention when it comes to fashion and branding.
Unlike NBA or NFL stars, track athletes rarely get the chance to showcase their personal style before meets, which limits their visibility and marketability.
Thomas explained how this lack of exposure affects athletes in the sport, not just in terms of image but financially as well.
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In an era where social media presence and branding can make or break an athlete’s career, being overlooked in pregame fashion is more than just a minor inconvenience—it is a missed opportunity.
“Track and field is such a powerful sport, but we don’t get the same level of media attention as others,” she continued.
“We have some of the best athletes in the world, but because we don’t always have those extra moments of visibility, it can be harder to get sponsorships and opportunities.”
The issue is part of a larger struggle that track and field athletes face.
Unlike their counterparts in mainstream sports, many of them don’t earn millions from contracts and endorsements.
The financial disparities between track and field and major league sports have long been a point of contention, with athletes often speaking out about the need for better pay and more media exposure.
