Alexis Ohanian gets emotional over precious memory with Olympia at athlos NYC: And it's just the beginning

Alexis Ohanian has always been a proud advocate for women's sports, but his passion took on a deeper meaning when his daughter, Olympia, became part of the journey.

The Reddit co-founder recently shared a heartwarming memory from last year's grand opening of Athlos NYC, an all-female track and field event he helped bring to life. And at the center of it all? A candid, unforgettable moment with Olympia.

Ohanian took to social media to post a photo of Olympia from that night, wearing a silver crown before the action kicked off. The image, now framed in his office, holds a special place in his heart.

"I think about this photo all the time," Ohanian wrote. "One of those precious moments before all the @athlos action began; I hope Jr. remembers this night for a long time. And this was just the start..."

Alexis is a passionate advocate for women's sports

For Serena Williams' husband, supporting women's sports isn't just business-it's personal. His journey into investing in female athletics was sparked back in 2019 when he saw Olympia passionately cheering during the FIFA Women's World Cup.

That moment ignited a drive in him to push for more opportunities in women's sports, leading to investments in Angel City FC and events like Athlos NYC.

Beyond the business side, Ohanian shares an incredibly close bond with Olympia, cherishing every moment he spends with her. But being a busy entrepreneur means he's sometimes away from home, something he once spoke about on his Business Dad podcast.

Goodbyes are harder now

He recalled an emotional moment when he had to leave Olympia for a trip, and she finally understood what saying goodbye meant. "It was like an extra hug. And I was like, 'God, this sucks,'" he admitted.

But now, with Olympia's framed photo on his office wall, Ohanian finds comfort in knowing she's always with him in spirit. And as he continues to build a better future for women's sports, it's clear that his biggest inspiration is the little girl who once stole the show at Athlos NYC-with nothing more than a silver crown and her infectious joy.