The 2025 Wanda Diamond League has been an electrifying showcase of track and field’s finest, with stars like Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Kishane Thompson lighting up tracks from Lausanne to Stockholm. Amid this high-octane season, Femke Bol, the Dutch sensation and McLaughlin-Levrone’s fiercest rival in the 400m hurdles, has been a standout. Her blistering 50.95-second world record in 2022 and Olympic bronze in Paris 2024 have kept her in the spotlight. As the Prefontaine Classic on July 5, 2025, in Eugene, Oregon, approaches, Bol’s name is on every track fan’s lips, not just for her speed but for a life-changing moment. Can this personal milestone elevate her performance?
Well, on July 1, 2025, Bol announced her engagement to Belgian pole vaulter Ben Broeders via Instagram, sharing, “My person for life, to forever with you.” The post, showcasing her diamond ring, marks a new chapter for the 25-year-old Olympic champion. Broeders, a 2017 European U23 pole vault gold medalist, is her perfect match, both in love and athletics. As they gear up for Tokyo’s World Championships, will this milestone spark Bol’s performance? But where did this all begin?
Bol and Broeders met during the 2020 Diamond League in Sweden, amidst pandemic restrictions. “She was a beautiful, fun girl I saw at the airport,” Broeders told De Telegraaf. Weeks later in Rome, they exchanged words about competitions, sparking a connection. Their first date-golfing in Den Bosch, was “not my specialty, but so much fun,” Bol shared earlier. They’ve since shared Sicilian vacations and Olympic moments, like their flag-draped kiss after Bol’s 2022 European Championships golds. Can their bond push them to new heights?
With the Prefontaine Classic approaching, Bol’s engagement adds heart to her hustle. As she eyes a showdown with McLaughlin-Levrone in Tokyo, her love story with Broeders inspires. Will this power couple shine in Eugene and beyond? Meanwhile, fans are loving this moment.
Fans erupted with excitement, showering the Femke Bol with love
Well, just after Femke Bol announced her engagement to Belgian pole vaulter Ben Broeders on Instagram on July 1, 2025, sending shockwaves of joy through the track world. Fans erupted with excitement, showering the couple with love. “ congratulations Femke & Ben!! ” one admirer gushed, capturing the collective thrill. Another echoed, “Soooo happy for you both! ,” reflecting the heartfelt support for Bol, whose 50.95-second world record in 2024 made her a track icon. The outpouring of joy shows just how much Bol’s journey resonates. Will her fans’ enthusiasm lift her in upcoming races?
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The celebration continued with dazzling praise for Bol’s ring and radiance. “Congratulations !!!!! gorgeous girl with a gorgeous ring ,” a fan raved, while another added, “Soooo happy for you both Congratulations .” One supporter declared, “If there ever was a woman who deserved a ring the past half decade it would be Femke Bol. Congratulations. .” With such adoration, can Bol channel this love into her Diamond League battles?
Even humor found its way in, with one fan joking, “If she runs off with that ring, bro can’t even chase her down .” As Bol eyes the Prefontaine Classic on July 5, 2025, and the Tokyo World Championships, her engagement has fans dreaming big. Will this joyful chapter propel her to outshine McLaughlin-Levrone?
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