Gabby Thomas’ Childhood Friend Discloses When Olympics Champion Proved She Was Destined for Greatness

Track and field star Gabby Thomas, a multiple Olympic medalist with a decorated career, was recently honored with the 2025 Track and Field Legacy Award by The Sports Museum.

Thomas was celebrated at "The Tradition," a premier annual event hosted by The Sports Museum to honor Boston's rich athletic history.

The decorated sprinter was among several elite athletes recognized for their outstanding contributions to the world of sports.

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The 28-year-old gold medalist was presented with her award by fellow Harvard alumna and close friend, Musa. In a video shared online, Musa expressed her pride in giving the plaque to Thomas, calling it a true honor.

During an on-stage conversation, Musa recounted a story from their teenage years, recalling how Thomas consistently outpaced her in the 60-meter dash. "I will say again, it was like that first, Freshman year… we spent almost every waking day together… and I was like, no, she’s really got something, and it’s something special," Musa shared.

In a heartfelt social media post, Musa added, "I’ve had the honor of watching her shine since we were 18, & seeing her receive her flowers was truly special. Ilysm @gabbythomas 🤍"

In her acceptance speech, Thomas reflected on the challenges of her career. She explained that while reaching the pinnacle of her sport was difficult, staying there proved even harder. The constant need to re-establish herself at the top created immense pressure to perform at her best consistently.

Despite these pressures, Thomas delivered a stellar performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, securing three gold medals. She viewed these victories as proof of her long-term commitment to her passion, even through periods when results were not guaranteed.