The 2026 Winter Olympics is buzzing with love as Team USA celebrates not one, but two heartfelt engagements among its athletes. Just a week after skier Breezy Johnson announced her engagement on the slopes following the women’s super-G event, women’s ice hockey player Hilary Knight made headlines by proposing to her girlfriend, speedskater Brittany Bowe.
Knight’s proposal, which took place in the Olympic atmosphere, is particularly fitting—not only because of the festive spirit of the Games, but also due to the unique bond formed between Knight and Bowe during the 2022 Olympics in Beijing. The couple grew closer during that time, often taking long evening walks to unwind from the pressures of their competitive schedules.
The excitement for Knight continues as she and her teammates prepare to face off against Team Canada for the gold medal this Thursday at 1:10 p.m. ET. Meanwhile, Bowe, a celebrated two-time bronze medalist in speedskating, has shown her prowess on the ice, finishing just shy of the podium in the recent 1,000m and team pursuit events.
This season has certainly been one for the books, with love intertwining with athletic achievement, showcasing the spirit of camaraderie and support that the Olympic Games foster among athletes.