Olympic medalist Lilly King's Paris Games dreams took a romantic turn on Thursday as she not only booked her ticket to France but also got engaged to her longtime boyfriend. The Indiana native capped a remarkable day by securing her spot in the 200-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials.
Olympic medalist Lilly King's Paris Games dreams took a romantic turn on Thursday as she not only booked her ticket to France but also got engaged to her longtime boyfriend. The Indiana native capped a remarkable day by securing her spot in the 200-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials.
Lilly King Qualifies for Paris Olympics, Rings in New Era with Engagement
King, who won gold in the 100-meter breaststroke at the Rio Olympics in 2016, qualified for the 200-meter event with a time of 2:22.16. She finished second in her heat behind teammate Annie Lazor, who won the event in 2:21.91.
The 25-year-old King is now set to compete in both the 100-meter and 200-meter breaststroke in Paris. She is one of the most decorated swimmers in the United States, having also won two silver medals and two bronze medals at the Olympic Games.
In addition to her Olympic success, King has also won multiple medals at the World Championships and the Pan Pacific Championships. She is known for her competitive spirit and her outspoken personality.
King's engagement to her boyfriend, Josh Morin, was a surprise to many. The couple has been dating for several years, and they got engaged in Indianapolis after King's qualifying swim. Morin is a former swimmer who competed for the University of Michigan.
King shared the news of her engagement on social media, posting a photo of herself and Morin with the caption, "I said yes!" The couple received congratulations from friends, family, and fellow swimmers.
King's engagement and Olympic qualification are a testament to her hard work and dedication. She is one of the most successful swimmers in the world, and she is now set to add to her medal count in Paris.
* King's success in the pool is due in part to her strong work ethic. She is known for her intense training regimen, and she is always looking for ways to improve.
* King is also a role model for young swimmers. She is an inspiration to many, and she shows that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.
* King's engagement is a happy ending to a whirlwind day. She is now set to compete in the Paris Olympics, and she will have her fiancé by her side.
* King's story is a reminder that anything is possible. She is a role model for young swimmers, and she shows that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.
