“I’m looking forward to being able to share the experience with my friends and family—and my team, everyone who helped me get to that point,” Gabby Thomas said ahead of her much-anticipated journey to Paris. Among her biggest supporters? Her mother, the heart of her personal cheer squad, and Spencer McManes, the former Yale Bulldogs quarterback who has been by her side since 2022. But it’s not just Spencer; his entire family has embraced Thomas as one of their own.
In fact, they traveled 4,670 miles from the U.S. to France. Ensuring she feels their unwavering support on the Olympic stage. But now, there’s even more to celebrate. Wedding bells are officially ringing for the 28-year-old track sensation! Thomas and McManes have taken their commitment to the next level, sending track and field fans into a frenzy with their massive announcement.
As if Gabby Thomas’ Olympic journey wasn’t already exhilarating enough, Vogue just made it official—she’s engaged! The iconic fashion magazine dropped a stunning set of engagement photos on Instagram, sending fans into a whirlwind of excitement. The caption read, “Congratulations are in order for @gabbythomas and @spencermcmanes; the couple is engaged!” And just like that, the track star’s biggest win of the season might not even be on the track. It’s in love.
While Thomas has built a reputation for electrifying the world with her speed, it was McManes who took the lead this time. In an exclusive with Vogue, the Olympic sprinter and Winter 2025 cover star revealed just how unexpected the proposal was. “Normally he’s very bad with surprises—and this was the one surprise I think I’ve ever witnessed him keep,” she admitted. For someone who reads the track like an open book, Thomas found herself completely speechless as her longtime boyfriend flawlessly executed a heartfelt proposal.
The engagement marks a new chapter in Thomas’ story. One that’s just as thrilling as her chase for Olympic gold. Moreover, with a wedding on the horizon and the world watching her every move, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of unforgettable moments for the sprinting sensation.
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