How much is a medal really worth? Not in gold or silver, but in memories, sacrifice, and the journey it represents? For Hunter Woodhall, a five-time Paralympic medalist, his Paris 2024 gold wasn’t just metal—it was a piece of history, crafted with iron from the Eiffel Tower itself. But what happens when that symbol of triumph is damaged? A simple mistake led to an irreversible tear, leaving Woodhall with a gut-wrenching choice. Replace it or keep it, flaws and all? His wife, Tara Davis-Woodhall, just shared an emotional update!
The solution they found might just make the medal even more special. Hunter’s wife and fellow Olympian, Tara Davis-Woodhall, took a series of stories to Instagram and shared an emotional update. They weren’t ready to give up on the medal’s meaning just yet. So, what did they do? They took it to a specialist, hoping to save it. And they did—by stitching the torn ribbon back together, making sure the medal stayed just as it was. But the best part? A bold “W” stitched right onto the damaged spot, turning a small mistake into a lasting symbol of resilience.
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