China’s He Zi Says ‘Yes’ To Surprise Podium Proposal

Ajooni G., Writer

On August 15, 2016, He Zi agreed to take the plunge when her teammate and boyfriend, Qin Kai, rushed up with a diamond ring during the medal ceremony of the women’s 3m springboard. After He Ze received a silver medal, Qin climbed up to the stage and got onto one knee while holding a red box with the ring and a glass-encased rose. He Zi accepted the proposal with tears and a big hug.

“I didn’t know he would propose today and I didn’t expect to marry myself out so early,” Zi told www.olympic.org.