Lynn Williams Breaks Gold Medal Celebrating Olympic Win

Lynn Williams, a forward for the U.S. women’s national soccer team, shared a humorous incident involving her gold medal following the team's triumphant victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In a TikTok video, Williams revealed that her medal did not survive the exuberant celebrations after the team’s 1-0 win against Brazil in the final match. The 31-year-old athlete lightheartedly referred to her medal as the "world's most expensive coaster" after it was damaged during the festivities. Williams recounted the moment of the mishap, explaining that while she was dancing at a Nike celebration party, the medal, which she had been wearing like a purse, fell off. "I was just jumping — dancing, jumping — and I jumped down, and it just fell off," she said, adding that she spent time searching for the medal on the ground amidst the celebration. The medal, which once had a bar for the ribbon, now bears a noticeable dent, making it a unique keepsake. In light of the incident, Williams mentioned that her team has reached out to the International Olympic Committee to discuss the possibility of repairing or replacing the damaged medal. She humorously suggested that the medals should be made sturdier, asserting, "I can't be faulted for that." Despite the mishap, Williams' spirit remains high as she embraces the lighthearted side of her Olympic experience.