Finish line proposal: Couple gets engaged after race

When Dominik saw his girlfriend approaching the finish line, he rushed and went on his knee.

In Summary
  • The proposal has since sparked a debate online with netizens saying the gesture came at the wrong time citing fatigue, and unconfortability over sweat. 
  • An X user by the name Ethel said; "I mean to each his/her own but this proposal would have pissed me off".
Dominik Černý and Hana Burzalova after their proposal
Dominik Černý and Hana Burzalova after their proposal

Spectators at the World Championships in Budapest were on Thursday treated to a proposal scene from an athlete who was waiting for his girlfriend at the finishing line. 

The two athletes from Slovakia participated in the 35km race and the boyfriend patiently waited for his girl at the finish line while on his knees to pop the question. 

When Dominik Černý saw his girlfriend approaching the finish line, he rushed and went on his knee as Hana Burzalova was racing with a smile, seemingly tired. 

Immediately Hana got to the finish line, Dominik stood up, hugged her and went back on his knee. 

She said yes! 

The proposal has since sparked a debate online with netizens saying the gesture came at the wrong time citing fatigue, and unconfortability over sweat. 

An X user by the name Ethel said; "I mean to each his/her own but this proposal would have pissed me off".

Gabby on the other hand tweeted;  "Delighted if this works for them and they’re happy but I can’t express just how uncomfortable I feel when I see men hijacking women’s moments of achievements".

Ayden tweeted; "The classic 'you’ve stolen my heart, so I'm going to steal your moment".

Octavious said; "Couldn't he wait for her to finish the race & let her catch some breath before all this? argh! men ruin things! She couldn't have her special moment without distractions, before she even marinades in the win, the guy has already stolen the attention & he's fist pumping. Rha!!!"

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