Two Olympians Propose to Their Girlfriends During Paris Games: Photos That Bring Tears to Eyes

Two Olympic competitors popped the question to their girlfriends during the global event. The beautiful, tear-jerking moments, which were filled with emotion, were captured via videos and photos that have been shared online.

On Friday, August 2, Paris proved why it is widely known as the city of love. During the Paris Olympics, Chinese badminton player Liu Yuchen got down on one knee to and fellow badminton player, Huang Ya Qiong. American shot putter Payton Other to his girlfriend Maddy Nilles on August 5.

Liu Yuchen proposing to Huang Ya Qiong during the Paris Olympics, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

Riding the high of scoring the first badminton gold medal of the Paris Olympic Games with her teammate Zheng Siwei, Huang did not expect that she would leave the competition as a new fiancée.

Zheng Siwei and Huang Ya Qiong posing with their gold medals during the Badminton Mixed Doubles medal ceremony in Paris, France on August 2, 2024 | Source: Getty Images

After winning in the mixed doubles event against the Republic of Korea’s Seo Seungjae and Chae Yujung 21-8 and 21-11, Liu surprised Huang with a beautiful engagement ring.

The gold medal winner had been walking around the arena, celebrating, greeting, and waving at fans after the medal ceremony when Liu popped up to congratulate her with a lovely bouquet of flowers.

Huang Ya Qiong waving at fans during the Paris Olympic Games, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: TikTok/mothershipsg

Surrounded by the loud cheers from viewers at the La Chapelle Arena, Liu made his move. A video shared on TikTok shows Huang, and with tears in her eyes, as she was asked for her hand in marriage.

After getting over her initial shock, Huang agreed to marry Liu, who then delicately placed the diamond engagement ring on her ring finger before kissing her hand.

Liu Yuchen proposing to Huang Ya Qiong during the Paris Olympics, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

The happy couple then shared a tender hug and Liu grabbed Huang’s hand to hold it up for the flashing cameras as the duo posed for photos.

Huang Ya Qiong and Liu Yuchen posing for a picture during the Paris Olympics, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

Swooning over both her win and surprise engagement, Huang “I cannot describe the feeling I have because I am happy, happy, happy. Getting the gold medal is recognition of our journey. I was surprised by the engagement ring.”

Liu Yuchen proposing to Huang Ya Qiong during the Paris Olympics, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

Continuing, she explained, “I’ve been focusing on training to become an Olympic champion. I never expected it.” Huang added that as of yet, she hasn’t thought of how she will celebrate the joyous occasion.

A close-up showing Huang Ya Qiong’s engagement ring, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

Buzzing with excitement, both Huang and Liu took to their own Instagram accounts to boast about their commitment to each other. One image that Liu posted showed the couple posing for a picture at the event with Huang holding her hand up to show off her new ring.

Huang Ya Qiong and Liu Yuchen posing for a picture during the Paris Olympics, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

Another displayed an adorable cartoon drawing of the moment he proposed to Huang. His accompanying caption, which is written in Mandarin,“2024.8.2. Olympic mixed doubles champion she said she would! .”

Huang Ya Qiong and Liu Yuchen during their engagement at the Paris Olympics, posted on August 3, 2024 | Source: Instagram/hyq28

Huang shared a carousel post of nine images displaying the heartwarming proposal. In addition to the cover picture Liu shared, Huang published photos of her beau holding the ring box open for her and placing the ring on her finger.