Following the announcement, it has been confirmed that Camacho-Quinn will extend her absence from professional competition. After choosing to sit out the 2025 season to prioritize her health and personal goals, the 29-year-old athlete will also remain on the sidelines for the duration of the 2026 track and field calendar. This decision means the reigning Olympic bronze medalist from Paris 2024 will focus entirely on her journey into motherhood before considering a potential return to the track.
The news comes nearly two years after Camacho-Quinn and Scott became engaged in August 2024. The couple, both prominent figures in the athletics world, have received an outpouring of support from fellow athletes, coaches, and fans. The Puerto Rican athletics federation and her longtime coach, John Coghlan, have also expressed their congratulations, acknowledging her immense contributions to the sport while supporting her decision to put family first.
Camacho-Quinn’s career has been nothing short of legendary. She made history as the first person of Afro-Latino descent to win an Olympic gold medal for Puerto Rico and holds the Olympic record of 12.26 seconds in the 100m hurdles. Her dominance over the years has included multiple World Championship medals and Diamond League titles, cementing her status as one of the greatest hurdlers of her generation.
While the athletics world will miss her presence at upcoming major events, including the 2026 World Athletics indoor and outdoor circuits, the focus remains on her health and well-being. Fans are already speculating about a possible comeback for the 2027 World Championships or even the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, but for now, the hurdles queen is trading the starting blocks for the joys of a growing family.