Gabby Thomas won her first Olympic gold medal in the women's 200-meter sprint at the Paris 2024 Olympics, finishing with a time of 21.83 seconds. She triumphed over silver medalist Julien Alfred from St. Lucia and teammate Brittany Brown, who secured bronze. This victory marks a significant milestone for Thomas, who previously earned a bronze in Tokyo and silver in the 4x100-meter relay. In addition to her athletic achievements, Thomas has been actively involved in promoting women's sports, co-founding the 776 Invitational, a new women’s-only track event offering substantial prize money. Despite the absence of Sha’Carri Richardson in the 200m due to trial results, Thomas's performance solidified her status as a top contender in track and field. Her journey is further complemented by academic accomplishments, including a degree from Harvard and a master's in epidemiology from the University of Texas.