After finishing fourth in the women’s 3000m steeplechase final at the Paris Olympics 2024, Alice Finot celebrated her accomplishment in a uniquely heartfelt way. She made her way to the stands to propose to her longtime partner, Spanish triathlete Bruno Martínez Bargiela.
A video capturing this touching moment was widely shared on social media, quickly gaining traction. It shows Finot hurrying to the stands, retrieving a pin from her pocket, and kneeling to propose to Bargiela. Surprised and moved, Bargiela embraced her immediately.
Opting for an unconventional choice, Finot used an Olympic pin rather than a traditional ring to symbolize her proposal. The video, posted on August 8, has since garnered over 24 million views, along with numerous likes and comments.
One user commented, “The best thing you could see on the internet today. Congratulations, new couple in town.”
Elaine Richard wrote on X, “This is something worth remembering. I also hope that I can boldly give it to the one I love in the future so that he will definitely be very touched.”
Another observer noted, “Sounds like a winning combination of love and success! What a memorable moment! Congrats to the athlete!”
On August 6, Finot contributed to breaking the European women’s 3000m steeplechase record, with four women finishing under nine minutes for the first time in this event’s history. Finot secured fourth place with a time of 8:58.67, trailing behind winners Faith Cherotic of Kenya, Peruth Chemutai of Uganda, and Winfred Yavi of Bahrain.
