USWNT Star Lynn Williams Turns Her Olympic Gold Medal into a “One-of-a-Kind” Keepsake After Party Mishap

Lynn Williams, a standout forward for the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, recently shared a humorous yet relatable story of how her Olympic gold medal became an unexpected casualty of her post-victory celebrations. After helping her team secure a 1-0 victory over Brazil in the final match of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Williams’ gold medal now bears a unique mark from a wild night of dancing.

Taking to TikTok, the 31-year-old athlete revealed that her hard-earned medal suffered damage during the team’s celebratory party, turning what should have been a prized keepsake into what she jokingly described as the world’s most expensive coaster. Williams explained that the medal’s bar, which holds the ribbon meant to go around her neck, had broken off during the festivities.

In the video, Williams recounted the incident, clarifying that it wasn’t her playful swinging of the medal that caused the damage. Instead, it happened while she was dancing energetically at the Nike celebration party, with the medal slung over her shoulder like a little purse. As she jumped and danced, the medal fell to the ground, leaving her scrambling to pick it up amid the partygoers.

Showing off the dent in her medal, Williams humorously dubbed it one-of-a-kind and suggested that the medals should have been made more durable. She also mentioned that her team has reached out to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to inquire about getting the medal repaired or replaced, though she couldn’t help but joke about the situation: Honestly, I can’t be faulted for that.

While some might see it as a mishap, Williams’ story adds an extra layer of character to her already illustrious career. The dented medal now serves as a memorable token of a night filled with joy, camaraderie, and a bit of harmless chaos—a true testament to the unforgettable moments that come with Olympic glory.