“I started track when I was four. Pretty much the only thing I could remember is track and field and I set my life goals around track. Track is everything to me.” Those words from Tara Davis-Woodhall reflect the intensity with which she has built her career. That same intensity has often carried over to her public persona, where her outspoken nature has attracted debate.
She previously stirred controversy when she lashed out at the Grand Slam Track concept and criticized Michael Johnson’s comments about “saving track.” Tara herself has admitted, “That’s why no one ever really wants to talk to me, because I talk about the uncomfortable stuff.” Outspoken Woodhall has triggered discussions around the sport multiple times. In fact, in an Instagram reel shared on July 25, she was seen napping on the track, where one comment read, “You’re ruining the sport…” But this time, she faces a very different storm. One that does not involve policy or commentary, but instead a personal story that has unsettled many fans.
Appearing alongside Hunter on the Ready Set Go podcast with Justin Gatlin and Rodney Green, Tara shared what she thought was a humorous glimpse into their marriage. For a couple whose relationship has long been spotlighted as a model of devotion and success, the exchange marked a sharp turn as they suddenly found themselves at the center of criticism for a very different reason. During the conversation, Tara recounted a quarrel at home that ended with her hiding Hunter’s prosthetic legs.
“Someone came to clean our house, and they did a terrible job. They did a terrible job. I had to clean up after them. And I was mad that I had to clean up when I just paid someone to clean up,” she shared. In frustration, she admitted to placing Hunter’s legs “up on the highest point of our kitchen” before walking out, leaving him to fend for himself. “I said, good luck getting your own food,” she added.
Hunter followed the story with his own recollection, describing how the prank left him crawling on the floor. “I know. I took them out. They didn’t walk away. And then I like started crawling through the house. Like, this is embarrassing. I’m not gonna lie. And all four is like scooting around. Did you see them? I look up in the kitchen, and I’m like, I can’t get those. So I just got to wait this one out,” he said.
Tara…….absolutely disgusting….. I don’t care what the relationship is. Distasteful and not funny. Her avatar look ass. https://t.co/ctNpmUvtKb
— Mrs. Lemon (@SweeTaee) August 19, 2025
The hosts responded with laughter, treating the exchange as a humorous glimpse into married life. Yet Tara Davis-Woodhall has not been free from criticism beyond this incident, having already faced backlash and scrutiny for her public persona and social media acts. The context of disability and dependence made the episode resonate differently for many observers, amplifying concerns over her behavior.
Reactions online have not mirrored the light mood of the podcast. Many fans expressed disapproval, arguing that Tara’s decision to hide Hunter’s prosthetics was inconsiderate and demeaning. For a pair so often celebrated as a symbol of encouragement and equality, this story has unsettled supporters, leaving Tara portrayed in a negative light.
Tara Davis-Woodhall faces backlash after a controversial prank on Hunter Woodhall
The couple’s relationship dates back to 2017, when they got introduced at a high school meet in Idaho. From that early spark grew a bond that endured long-distance and collegiate commitments. Their careers flourished in parallel, culminating in Tara’s Olympic gold in the long jump and Hunter’s Paralympic gold in the 400m T62. By 2022, they got married, building a public image rooted in loyalty and resilience. However, the incident narrated by the couple recently has left fans enraged.
Some viewers felt Tara’s actions went far beyond harmless teasing, calling it “absolutely disgusting.” In this reading, the act of hiding Hunter’s prosthetics during a dispute wasn’t seen as a joke but as stripping him of autonomy, even temporarily. The fan added, “Tara…….absolutely disgusting….. I don’t care what the relationship is. Distasteful and not funny. Her avatar look a–.” The outrage reflects a view that pranks involving someone’s disability cross a line of respect, regardless of the couple’s relationship dynamic.
Another reaction reading, “EWWWWWW now ik the context behind your first tweet . that’s actually so cruel. i don’t like her even more , she can choke” highlighted how context altered perception. What initially seemed humorous in the podcast became, for some, a demonstration of cruelty once fully explained. For these critics, Tara’s actions reinforced an already negative impression of her public persona, amplifying existing skepticism toward her.
For some, the concern stemmed not from pranking itself but from the specific nature of this prank. “If they were playing pranks on each other or something funny then I would’ve been laughing too but this? Can’t rock with it.” Here, the contrast is clear. Fans may tolerate playful antics, but deliberately exploiting a partner’s physical reliance is where they draw the line, turning humor into discomfort.
The gender dynamic was another angle critics seized on. One comment noted, “That’s actually cruel and had the gender roles reversed it would have been a different story.” This reaction points to the double standards many perceive in public responses. The suggestion is that if a husband had hidden a wife’s essential aid, it would have been condemned more harshly, making this situation appear to some as overlooked or downplayed.
Disapproval also came from a place of disappointment in Tara’s character. “She cruel sah. This immediately made me look at her side ways and not one thing funny about it.” For these fans, the incident damaged her image as a supportive partner. The prank did not register as playful banter but as behavior incompatible with the compassion often associated with her relationship with Hunter.
Others tied the incident to an ongoing dislike of Tara’s public presence, with one writing, “As if I needed another reason to dislike her. This is awful behaviour. Not funny in the slightest.” The comment suggests this controversy didn’t emerge in isolation but was layered onto preexisting criticisms. For detractors, the story became further proof, aligning with their unfavorable view, consolidating negativity around her online persona.
Evidently, a moment intended as lighthearted storytelling has instead deepened scrutiny of Tara’s actions, reshaping public perception of a couple long seen as unshakable in unity. What are your thoughts about the prank?
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