Team USA Swimmer Lilly King Gets Engaged at Olympic Trials

Team USA swimmer Lilly King secured her second spot at the Paris Olympics at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Indianapolis, but the standout moment was her engagement to boyfriend, James Wells, on live television.

Competing in the 200-meter breaststroke, King finished second to qualify for another event, adding to her impressive Olympic resume. As the broadcast captured the electrifying moment, Wells, a former Indiana University swimmer, surprised King with a heartfelt proposal at Lucas Oil Stadium.

With a ring in hand, Wells expressed his admiration for King’s growth as an athlete and their journey together before finally dropping to one knee to ask for her hand in marriage. Overwhelmed with joy, King immediately accepted, the overflowing crowd erupting in cheers.

Wells strategically chose the swim trials in King’s home state as the backdrop for the proposal, emphasizing the special connection the couple has to Indiana and the swimming community. His thoughtful gesture during the trials added an extra layer of excitement to King’s Olympic journey.

King’s exceptional performances in both the 100-meter and 200-meter breaststroke events exemplify her skill and determination as she heads to Paris to represent Team USA. The engagement, following her impressive Olympic qualification, marks a memorable milestone for the couple as they embark on this new chapter together.