"Its a better day to be an American" - Tara Davis-Woodhall and husband Hunter serve as Grand Marshals at NASCAR to flag off Kansas playoff

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Tara Woodhall Davis and Hunter Woodhall serve as Grand Marshals at NASCAR Kansas playoff race

Following their victories at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall are navigating a busy schedule, making media appearances, attending events, and celebrating their feat at lively parties. Recently the couple was seen gracing the NASCAR event at the Kentucky Speedway to flag off the race.

Davis-Woodhall secured her first Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games after recording a long jump of 7.10m, surpassing Malaika Mihambo's 6.98m and Jasmine Moore's 6.96m. Hunter clinched two medals on his third appearance in the Games.

He dominated the 400m T62 event in 46.36 seconds and contributed to the American team's bronze medal victory in the mixed 4x100m relay event. The Olympian couple was invited to give the command to start engines for Sunday's Hollywood Casino 400.

Both the athletes donned Team USA jackets with NASCAR trademark caps, and while Tara Davis-Woodhall paired it with denim shorts, Hunter opted for black jeans. The couple flaunted their Olympic and Paralympic gold medals to complement the outfit. With a lively and exhilarating command, the couple signaled the start of the race.

NASCAR on NBC shared the video of the couple giving the command, referring to it as "GOLDEN COMMAND"

"It’s a great day to be a NASCAR fan. It’s a better day to be an American," said Woodhall."
"Drivers, start your engines," added Davis-Woodhall.

Ross Chastin dominated the race at the Hollywood Casino 400.

Tara Davis-Woodhall shows off her "Olympic ring" as she begins with the "Woodhalls Worldwide Tour" along with her husband Hunter Woodhall

Hunter Woodhall from the USA celebrates his gold medal with Tara Davis-Woodhall during the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, France. (Photo via Getty Images)
Hunter Woodhall from the USA celebrates his gold medal with Tara Davis-Woodhall during the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, France. (Photo via Getty Images)

Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall became the first couple to secure gold medals in their respective events at the same edition of the Olympics and Paralympics.

Following their glorious feats, the couple embarked on a 'Woodhalls Worldwide Tour' to celebrate their victory. The long jumper recently took to social media to update fans about their first stop while flaunting her "Olympic ring."

She expressed gratitude towards O.C. Tanner, a jewelry brand based in Salt Lake City, who bestowed them with the rings.

"We had so much fun with our first stop of the Woodhalls Worldwide tour. 1st Stop: Olympic ring pick up," Tara Davis-Woodhall wrote. "Thank you Oc Tanner for the hospitality and the rings ✨😍"

The ring features the American flag with "Olympic Gold Medalist" inscribed on it along with an Olympic symbol.

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