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Olympian Seeks Valentine's Date in Cortina
11 Feb
Summary
- Olympian Sophia Kirkby publicly searched for a Valentine's date.
- She invited fans and athletes to join her for coffee or drinks.
- Kirkby documented her search on Instagram, going viral.

Sophia Kirkby, a 24-year-old Olympian, embarked on a highly public quest for a Valentine's date during the recent Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. As the first-ever American women's doubles luge team member, Kirkby announced her availability on Instagram, declaring herself the "Olympic Village's Most Eligible Bachelorette." She finished racing on February 12, leaving ample time before Valentine's Day to find a companion.
Kirkby extended invitations not only to other Olympians but also directly to her fans, expressing openness to meeting for coffee or drinks in Cortina. She shared her quest through a series of Instagram posts and videos, including one from the Opening Ceremony on February 6 where she hinted her Valentine might be among the athletes. Her candid approach and charming personality quickly garnered significant attention online.




