The World Indoor Championships in Glasgow witnessed a remarkable display of both camaraderie and competition in the track and field world. In the women’s 1500m final, all eyes were on Nikki Hiltz, the first openly non-binary athlete to earn a USA Track & Field national title. With commendable effort, Nikki secured second place in a personal best time of 4:02.46.

In this effort, Nikki set a high standard and became a significant inspiration for LGBTQIA+ athletes worldwide. They captured hearts on the global stage with their athleticism and endearing moments with Emily Mackay and Maia Ramsden, and as we admire their infectious personality, let’s delve into their love lives to learn more.

Who is Nikki Hiltz’s girlfriend?

According to Forbes, Nikki Hiltz’s journey of self-discovery and acceptance was profoundly influenced by the runner’s experiences and commitment to creating safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. Nikki bravely came out as transgender and nonbinary on International Transgender Day of Visibility, March 31, 2021. Nikki has been in a relationship with girlfriend, Emma Gee, since 2020.

Emma, also a track athlete, specializes in the 3000-meter steeplechase, 1-mile, and 800-meter events. She openly identifies as a transgender woman and is a United States Track and Field team member. Notably, she is the first transgender woman from Brigham Young University (BYU). Emma also broke three high school track records as a graduate student at Temple University.

Nikki and Emma have become advocates for the LGBTQ+ community, using their platforms to promote inclusivity and acceptance. Their relationship has provided Nikki with comfort and understanding, enabling them to fully explore and embrace their gender identity. The runner expresses gratitude, stating, “I can’t think of anyone better who has been more supportive throughout this whole journey.” So, how did the couple meet, and was it love at first sight?

How did the relationship with Emma Gee begin?

On the ALI ON THE RUN SHOW, the couple Nikki Hiltz and Emma Gee candidly shared their meet-cute story. Emma revealed how Nikki playfully slid into her DMs, sparking their initial connection. Nikki recounted spotting Emma on TikTok and recognizing her because the former followed her on Instagram. Describing the moment as a “Thirst Trap,” Nikki reached out to Emma on Instagram, asking, “Teach me how to get TikTok famous.” From there, their flirtatious messages evolved into regular FaceTime calls and conversations.

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