Olympic Gold Medalist Gabby Thomas Marries in Austin
The sprinter and Spencer McManes wed at the Heman Marion Sweatt Travis County Courthouse on Saturday.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Track & Field
Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas married Spencer McManes in a private ceremony at the Heman Marion Sweatt Travis County Courthouse this weekend. The couple, who have been dating since 2022, formalized their union in the heart of Austin.
Why it matters
The marriage marks a personal milestone for the Austin-based sprinter following her high-profile performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The local courthouse ceremony signals a quiet celebration for one of the city's most prominent athletes.
Gabby Thomas enters this new chapter after securing 3 gold medals during the 2024 Paris Olympics, including a win in the 200m with a time of 21.83 seconds. Details regarding their future celebrations beyond this courthouse ceremony remain private.
The players
Gabby Thomas
An Austin-based track and field athlete who won three gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Spencer McManes
A university graduate who has been dating Gabby Thomas since 2022.
The details
The ceremony took place at the Heman Marion Sweatt Travis County Courthouse on October 26, 2026. The couple first connected in the autumn of 2022 through an Instagram exchange about pizza-review videos, leading to a three-hour first date. McManes later proposed to Thomas in Austin in March 2025.
Timeline
Autumn 2022: Gabby Thomas and Spencer McManes began dating.
August 6, 2024: Gabby Thomas won the women's 200m at Paris Olympics.
March 2025: Spencer McManes proposed to Gabby Thomas.
October 26, 2026: Gabby Thomas and Spencer McManes married.
The Texas Context
This wedding follows a pattern of high-profile athletes choosing the Austin area for significant life milestones after global success. The private ceremony marks a shift from the international spotlight of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
The courthouse wedding does not impact public operations or traffic at the Heman Marion Sweatt Travis County Courthouse. Residents visiting the downtown facility will experience standard operating procedures.
The takeaway
The couple celebrated their union in a low-key ceremony in downtown Austin. Fans of the sprinter can continue to follow her post-Olympic training updates via professional track and field circuits.
Further reading
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