Olympic Champion Gabby Thomas Faces Racist Backlash and Online Feud with NCAA Athlete

Gabby Thomas, a three-time Olympic gold medalist and Harvard graduate, confronts racial bias and criticism while engaging in a heated exchange with NCAA athlete Erin Brown.

Gabby Thomas has been targeted with racist comments on social media, questioning her academic credentials and achievements due to her race.
The controversy began after Thomas posted a photo at the Unrivaled League event, which drew both praise and criticism, including comments about her intelligence and background.
NCAA athlete Erin Brown joined the discussion, questioning Thomas' response to online criticism and suggesting her Harvard admission could be linked to diversity initiatives or athletics.
Thomas and Brown exchanged heated messages on social media, with Thomas accusing Brown of obsessive behavior and referencing past interactions where she blocked him.
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian defended Thomas, calling out critics for their racial bias and reaffirming his support for her as a key figure in the Athlos NYC initiative to elevate women’s track and field.