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Back in January, Tara Davis-Woodhall and her husband, Hunter Woodhall, got candid about the idea of starting a family. “If we had a baby, we’d celebrate it. We’d be super happy, but we’re not actively trying for one,” Tara said at the time. Still, they were clear — with the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics on the horizon, baby plans weren’t exactly on the fast track. But fast forward to April, and there was a little…scare!

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In a lighthearted Instagram clip shared on April 24, the couple revealed a mini scare that had them holding their breath. “”We took a pregnancy test yesterday. I, we didn’t,” Hunter said with a dramatic pause and his signature humor, teasing the suspense before the reveal. So what happened?

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Tara explained it all started with a late period — five days late, to be exact. “I was my app says four days. I was definitely five days late,” she shared. Naturally, that set off some internal alarms. And so, a pregnancy test had to be done.  Then came the big reveal — Tara Davis-Woodhall held up the test for the camera, and what was the result? “Not pregnant.”

Cue the relief. Hunter clapped like his team had just won a medal, while Tara let out a deep breath and laughed. “That was a bit of a—that was a bit of a sweat,” Hunter admitted. “Just a tiny one,” Tara smiled. “I knew I was good.” So, what caused the delay? Tara, with a cheeky grin, summed it up in two words: “Just stressed.”  For now, it looks like Woodhalls are still laser-focused on Olympic dreams, with a dash of humor and love keeping them steady on the track. 

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For now, it’s crystal clear that Team Woodhall has their eyes set on something else entirely — and it’s not a crib or diaper duty. That focus got a little extra confirmation when Hunter dropped into the comment section with some clarity for the curious fans: “To clarify we do want to have a family. Just dont think we currently have the time and focus to give our kids what they deserve. One day tho ❤️.” 

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Tara doubled down with a full-on truth bomb that had fans laughing: “YALL! I CANT AND DO NOT WANT A BABY RIGHT NOW! PUHHLEASEEEEE 😂.” So, if you peek at Tara’s 2025 calendar, it’s pretty obvious what she and Hunter are up to this year — and spoiler alert, it’s not nursery shopping. Think high-speed sprints, championship meets, maybe some world-leading jumps, and a full schedule that screams track season. Need words to confirm that aim? 

Last year, in a conversation with People, the Olympic champion said, “There’s nothing really hanging over my head anymore of like, ‘I need to be this, I need to have this.’ 2025 should just be a year of growing and rebuilding what we did this year.” And what did the couple do in 2024?

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Saving moments on and off the track. They achieved titles and celebrated tirelessly. And are we going to see those once again this year? Well, Woodhalls have already hinted at something. 

Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter are ready to start on the track 

Mark your calendars — April 26 is shaping up to be a milestone day for Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall. The summer track and field schedule has officially dropped, and one date stands out like a spotlight: the Drake Relays in Des Moines. But why’s it such a big deal?

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Because for the first time in their journey together, Tara and Hunter will be competing side by side at the same elite meet, both under the bright lights of a world-class stage. Tara will be soaring into the women’s long jump event, while Hunter will blaze through the men’s 400m, part of the prestigious World Athletics Continental Tour (WACT). It’s a moment that means everything to the power couple. And the emotions are there in their voices. 

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“It’s a dream come true for us to be competing on the same stage as such an elite level at the same track meet,”  Tara shared, her voice filled with emotion. “We’ve been dreaming for this moment since we started dating and training together, so it’s pretty surreal.”

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And for Hunter, this meet marks more than just a race — it’s a monumental shift. “All of those meets were able-bodied meets that I was running competitively enough that I was able to get into those meets or in the NCAA,” he explained. “The difference now is that we’re integrating Paralympic and Olympic competition together in the same meet, so that’s a first, for sure, for us.” So, it’s not just about two athletes competing. It’s about breaking boundaries, rewriting the narrative, and living out a shared vision they’ve held onto for years. 

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Prasun Chakrabarty

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Prasun Chakrabarty is a Senior Writer in the Olympic Sports division at EssentiallySports, where he covers track and field, gymnastics, swimming, and other Olympic disciplines. A seasoned journalist with three years at the company, Prasun's extensive knowledge and passion for track and field were evident from day one. With years of connections and research already established, he brought a unique edge to the ES Insights and Trends Desk. He has since become a key voice in the company's Olympic sports coverage. His star coverage includes World Athletics Indoor Championships, USATF Outdoor Championships, and reporting live from the U.S. Marathon Trials. His expertise earned him a special invitation from the Paris City Council to cover lead-up events ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Over time, his stories have sparked real-world impact. His piece on athlete mental toughness drew praise from Texas Volleyball head coach Jerritt Elliott, while a feature on winter sports caught the attention of Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn, who engaged with it publicly. His reporting has made its way into Wikipedia, where editors have cited his work as a trusted source on Olympic sports. Being an alum of the Journalistic Excellence Program (JEP) and an active member of the ES Think Tank, he’s part of the team driving the site’s long-term coverage strategy.

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