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Tara Davis-Woodhall reflects on Olympic gold, viral fame, and life with husband Hunter, staying grounded amid rising stardom.
Tara Davis-Woodhall has been riding the high of an unforgettable Olympic campaign, one that saw her clinch her maiden gold medal in the long jump at the Paris 2024 Games.
But beyond the athletic achievement, it was her heartfelt post-victory moment with husband Hunter Woodhall that resonated with millions worldwide.
Now basking in the glow of success, the couple is opening up about how life has changed — and how it hasn’t.
'Our Four Walls Didn't Change' — Life After Olympic Glory
Davis-Woodhall’s golden leap not only crowned her Olympic dream but also catapulted her and her husband into the global spotlight.
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The couple’s emotional celebration became an instant viral sensation, capturing the pure joy and love that defines their relationship.
Since then, the Woodhalls have become household names, receiving brand deals, new sponsorships, and public speaking opportunities. But at their core, Davis-Woodhall says, they remain the same.
“Our lives changed a lot but our four walls didn't, which is the coolest thing,” she shared during a recent appearance on the Well Played podcast .
“Our lives changed, we're getting all these brand deals, we got new sponsorships, we are going and speaking at these all these engagements but in between our four walls, our team is the same. Our passion is the same, the love that we have for each other is the same, our priorities are still the same. Like yes that (the Olympics) took us to the next level, but we are (still) two small town kids.”
From High School Sweethearts to Athletic Power Couple
The Davis-Woodhall love story began in 2017 when the two met as high school athletes.
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Their deep connection and mutual drive have carried them through the ups and downs of elite competition.
Speaking on their training dynamic, Davis-Woodhall said at in the podcast.
“I feel like we found that passion for the sport individually and then you bring two people together that have the same joy and same love for the sport. It enhances that feeling of ‘okay, I'm not alone in this’. So everyday we're just pushing each other to our limits. It's the best thing ever, I wouldn't be able to do this without him.”
Their support for one another extends to competition as well. Following the Olympics, the couple returned to Paris for the 2024 Paralympics, where Hunter Woodhall triumphed with a gold medal in the men’s 400m T62 event, cementing their dual success story.
New Season, Same Energy: Kicking Off 2025 at the Drake Relays
The couple is already making waves in the 2025 season.
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Tara Davis-Woodhall dominated the long jump at the prestigious Drake Relays, securing gold with a meet record of 6.75 meters. Meanwhile, Hunter continued his strong form, clocking a solid 48.13 seconds in the 400m.
Despite the fame, medals, and growing platform, their grounded approach remains their biggest strength.
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