Meet the Power Couples of Athletics: Athing Mu and 6 Other Famous Track and Field Relationships

In the high-stakes, fast-paced world of track and field, love sometimes sprints alongside greatness.

These seven athletic couples have captured the hearts of fans around the globe, not just for their medal-winning performances but for the bonds they’ve built off the track.

From shared podiums to quiet moments behind the scenes, Pulse Sports takes a look at the most iconic relationships in athletics today.

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World record holder and pole vault king Armand Duplantis is not just soaring over bars, he’s also captured hearts alongside his girlfriend Desire Inglander.

A Swedish model and former gymnast, Inglander is often seen cheering Mondo on at global events. Their connection blends elite sport with youthful charm, making them a favorite among fans.

Olympic 200m gold medalist Andre De Grasse and World 100m hurdles champion Nia Ali are a force in track and field and at home.

With multiple global medals between them, the couple balances a competitive schedule with parenting duties.

Their mutual respect and shared commitment to family and performance make their relationship one of the sport’s strongest.

They met as student-athletes at the University of Arkansas, and their love story continues to inspire.

Hunter Woodhall, a Paralympic medalist, and Tara Davis-Woodhall, a long jump Olympic champion, are now married and thriving both athletically and personally.

Their upbeat energy, authenticity, and visibility on social media make them relatable icons in the sport.

400m hurdles Olympic and world champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has credited her spiritual and emotional growth in part to her husband, Andre Levrone Jr., a former NFL player.

Their relationship is rooted in faith, purpose, and mutual encouragement — forming a powerful foundation that supports Sydney’s continued dominance on the track.

Individually, they’re two of the most electric sprinters in modern athletics.

Christian Coleman, 2019 World 100m champion, and Sha’Carri Richardson, the reigning 100m world champion, have shared headlines for both their track prowess and their off-track chemistry.

Though they keep details of their relationship under wraps, fans can’t help but take notice when two of the sport’s boldest personalities link up.

Double world sprint champion Noah Lyles and Jamaican 400m runner Junelle Bromfield have built a relationship grounded in trust and balance.

Lyles often credits Bromfield with helping him maintain emotional wellness and spiritual alignment, and together, they present a picture of personal growth alongside athletic excellence.

Their bond has become a central part of Lyles’ resurgence to the top of world sprinting.

Athing Mu has already rewritten the record books, winning Olympic and world titles in the 800m.

Off the track, she shares a deep and quietly powerful relationship with Russian athlete Yegor Nikolayev that has led to marriage.

Their connection is rooted in shared experiences, mutual growth, and an unspoken understanding of the pressures of elite sport.

While they keep things low-key, Mu and Nikolayev stand tall as track and field’s ultimate power couple.

These couples prove that greatness in track and field doesn’t just come from grit and talent but also powered by the people who stand beside you.

Whether in the spotlight or behind the scenes, these relationships add heart to the hustle and turn personal bonds into championship fuel.