Olympian Sharon Van Ruwendall's Wins Gold In Paris, Dedicates It To Late Pet

Sharon van Ruwendall has won gold in 10 km marathon swimming event for Nerlands at Summer Paris Olympics 2024. This victory carries special significance for van Ruwendall, who dedicated medal to his late Pomeranian, Rio, who passed away earlier this year.

A poignant video of van Ruwendall has gone viral, showing him kissing a tattoo of Rio on his arm after his gold medal win. tattoo, a tribute to Rio who died in May following lung surgery, symbolizes deep bond between swimmer and his pet.

Van Ruwendall faced a motivational struggle leing up to Paris Games following Rio’s death. However, with his far's encouragement, he found renewed determination and went on to win gold. He shared that tattoo was completed shortly after Rio’s passing and that his victory was a tribute to his beloved pet.

A win for Rio

Sharon van Ruwendall won gold medal at 2016 Olympics held in Rio city of Brazil. He h a dog of Pomeranian breed, which died in May this year after lung surgery. "I got him tattooed three days after my Rio funeral and decided to swim for him with all my heart after my far encouraged him," Rowendall told media after winning gold in Paris. And I did it. I won for him."

People pen emotional notes in response to video

People are giving different reactions on social media to Rovendal's viral video. One user wrote, "I am happy that Rovendal took part in game for Rio and won. Anor user wrote: "Losing a pet is life's biggest pain, I think about it every day. Anor said, " best story of Olympics. "