5x Olympic Medalist
Gabby Thomas: Biography at a Glance
- Gabby Thomas earned 3 gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with victories in the 200m, 4x100m relay, and 4x400m relay that cemented her as one of the games' standout stars.
- She also earned a silver and bronze medal during the 2020 Tokyo Games and has consistently proven herself as one of the fastest women in the world, winning silver in the 200m at the 2023 World Athletics Championships and contributing to Team USA's gold in the 4x100m relay. Her accomplishments on the world stage exemplify excellence, determination, and the pursuit of greatness.
- As a trailblazing Black female athlete who has excelled both on and off the track, Thomas is a role model for young women aspiring to break barriers in sports and academia. Her journey highlights the power of perseverance and representation.
- With a Master's degree in epidemiology, Thomas brings a unique perspective to discussions on health, wellness, and the importance of physical fitness.
Biography
Hailing from Atlanta, GA, Gabrielle Thomas (born December 7, 1996) is an American track-and-field athlete. She is the fourth-fastest woman of all time in the 200m, running 21.61 at the 2021 US Olympic trials. Gabby went on to win an individual bronze medal and a relay silver medal at the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. One year out from the 2024 Paris Olympics, Gabby won the 2023 National Championship (200m), a 2023 World Championship Silver (200m) and 4 x 100m World Championship Gold. Gabby graduated from Harvard after turning pro in 2018, and in 2023 received her Master's Degree in Epidemiology at The University of Texas.
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Gabby earned three Gold medals in the 200m dash, 4x100m relay, and 4x400m relay, cementing her as one of the games' standout stars.
