Friday Five: Olympic Athletes Who Thank God

David Boudia and Steele Johnson (Synchronized Diving)
Not only did this duo give glory to God after winning the silver, Boudia has written a whole book about his faith. Read more. 

Simone Biles (Gymnastics)
A practicing Catholic, Biles keeps a rosary in her bag and regularly light candles, asking the intercession of St. Sebastian, before big events. Read more. 
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Simone Manuel (Swimming)
After becoming the first African-American woman to medal in an individual swimming event (with a world record time!), Manuel's first response was to thank God: "All I can say is all glory to God. It's definitely been a long journey these past four years. I'm just so blessed to have a gold medal. I'm just so blessed." Read more. 

Katie Ledecky (Swimming)
She's won four medals at the Rio Olympics, and she says a Hail Mary before every race. Read more. 

Looking for more? ​
​Read more about the role of faith at the Olympics. 
Here are some other Olympic athletes who put God before Gold. 

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