A post shared by TrackTown USA (@tracktownusa)More than 150 out Olympians are in Paris ready to compete in this year’s Games.
Their visibility is crucial, showing queer people everywhere it’s possible to be succeed at the highest levels in sports, and enjoy proud and open lives.
One of the ways many LGBTQ+ Olympians showcase their happiness is posting pictures with their partners on social media. For the longest time, queer romance was kept in the shadows, confined to dark rooms and secrecy.
Up until recently, gay athletes, especially male athletes, sought to downplay their differences from their hetero peers. They didn’t want their dating lives to overshadow their athletic accomplishments, or define their existence.