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Olympic bronze medalist Brittany Brown was treated to a heroine's welcome at her former University of Iowa, making an appearance at a football game.
Olympic bronze medalist Brittany Brown is enjoying her track and field off-season, recently making a much-anticipated return to her alma mater, the University of Iowa.
The visit was a nostalgic and exhilarating experience for Brown, as she joined thousands of fans in cheering on her former school at Kinnick Stadium for a highly anticipated football game against Wisconsin.
"Hey Hawks, back in Kinnick with a medal," said an excited Brown showcasing her bronze medal earned a the 2024 Paris Olympics games.
Brown placed third in the women's 200m with a time of 22.20 seconds, behind Julien Alfred in second with 22.08 and fellow American Gabby Thomas in first with 21.83.
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The Olympian completed her track and field season with and an amazing double-podium finish at the Athlos, upsetting Gabby Thomas to claim the women's 200m while securing a second-place finish in the 100m.
Her appearance at the Hawks' game was her first at her former University since her brilliant display in Paris.
Brown, who competed for the University of Iowa in the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA), winning multiple awards, was treated to a grand reception.
"Warm Kinnick welcome for 200-meter Olympic bronze medalist Brittany Brown," shared the team on their Instagram page.
At the game, Brown was seen engaging with fans, signing autographs, and cheering passionately for the Iowa team.
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During halftime, Brown took a moment on the field, where she was honored by the university and received a standing ovation from the crowd.
The Olympian's presence was marked by 42-10 thrashing of Wisconsin to add to the delight of the home fans.
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