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Suni Lee Gets Cool Surprise From Jets on Sunday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Madz Dizon | Last updated Dec 1, 2024 7:56 PM ET

Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee had an unforgettable Sunday, as the New York Jets surprised her with a personalized jersey.

The gymnast, who has captured the hearts of millions with her grace and determination during her Olympic runs, shared her joy online.

On Instagram, Lee posted pictures of herself wearing the Jets jersey.

"Put me in coach," Lee playfully captioned her post.

The gift was also revealed in a video shared by the Jets on X, where Lee was presented with a jersey bearing the number "24."

In the video, Lee couldn’t hide her excitement, calling the gesture "so cute."

Fans flooded the comment section with praise, though the Jets' performance on the field sparked mixed reactions.

2x Olympic Gold Medalist @sunisalee_ is HERE! pic.twitter.com/IWwsHS11Af
— New York Jets (@nyjets) December 1, 2024

While Lee’s moment garnered smiles, the Jets faced disappointment in their game against the Seattle Seahawks. After an early lead, the Jets fell short, losing 26-21. The loss marked another challenging season for the team, who now holds a 3-9 record.

Fans reacted to the juxtaposition of Lee’s celebration and the Jets’ defeat.

“At least one person with a Jets jersey won something recently," a commenter wrote. Another quipped, "Finally! A champion in MetLife."

“Cool gift - great number - hoping for a win,” a fan said.

“Love it,” another reacted.

“Finally!! A champion in Metlife!!!,” one commented.

“The only winning person in attendance,” said another.

“Too bad she can't throw a football! At least she gets to witness the Aaron Rodgers clown show first hand!,” another posted.

Beyond football, Suni Lee has been turning heads in other areas. In November, she attended the 2024 Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix alongside NASCAR driver Toni Breidinger.

Lee continues to shine both on and off the mat, effortlessly blending her athletic achievements with her growing presence in different sports and social events.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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