Brittany Bowe Engaged! Olympic Speedskater Says ‘Yes’ to Hockey Captain Hilary Knight

Milan, Italy – American speedskater Brittany Bowe may not be returning from the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics with a medal in her sport, but she’s leaving with something far more precious: a fiancé! Team USA women’s hockey captain Hilary Knight proposed to Bowe during the Games, marking a beautiful moment of love and commitment.

A Connection Forged in Beijing

The couple first met while competing at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. Knight chose the eve of the women’s hockey gold medal clash between the U.S. and Canada to pop the question. She shared the heartwarming moment on social media, posting a video of the two athletes in matching Team USA gear with the caption: “Olympics brought us together. This one made us forever.”

The proposal has quickly become a highlight of the 2026 Winter Games, showcasing the power of connection and love amidst the competitive spirit. You can find more sports coverage on FoxNews.com.

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From Rivals to Lovers

Knight reflected on the unique circumstances that brought them together during the 2022 Beijing Games, held under strict COVID-19 protocols. “To have that human connection, even walking outside at a distance, it was really cool,” she told Olympics.com. The challenges of the pandemic seemed to foster a deeper connection between the two athletes.

Beyond the Athlete: A Deeper Connection

Bowe shared her perspective on getting to know Knight beyond her public persona. “Knowing her as a hockey player, it’s like this big, strong, powerful female,” Bowe explained. “But then, when we got to know each other, she was soft, genuine, kind, almost shy. That really sparked my interest.”

Romance Blooms at the Winter Games

Romance has been a recurring theme at this year’s Games. Just last week, American skier Breezy Johnson received a proposal from her boyfriend at the finish line of her super-G run in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Johnson went on to win her first career Olympic gold medal in the women’s Alpine skiing downhill event.

As Hilary Knight prepares for the women’s hockey gold medal match against Canada, she carries not only the hopes of Team USA but also the joy of her recent engagement to Brittany Bowe. This love story adds another layer of excitement to an already thrilling Winter Olympics.

Chantz Martin is a sports writer for Fox News Digital.