Bahamian track and field star Shaunae Miller provided a spectacular finish to the women’s 400-meter race at the Rio Games on Monday, diving across the finish line to secure her first Olympic gold medal. While some saw it as a feat of athleticism, others questioned the ethics of the move, claiming it went against the rules.
What likely sparked the debate more than the dive itself was the fact that Miller beat Team USA’s gold-medal favorite Allyson Felix by just 0.07 seconds. While the defeat crushed expectations, Miller technically didn’t do anything illegal. According to NBC News, the rules are as follows: “The first athlete whose torso … reaches the vertical plane of the closest edge of the finish line is the winner.”
Twitter users, on the other hand, saw it very differently and did not hold back with their opinions.
Whether you approve of it or not, diving for the win happens more often than viewers would think. Natasha Hastings, one of Felix’s teammates, dove during a race in order to qualify for the Olympic team. Felix, being a true champ, took the loss gracefully and told TODAY on Tuesday, “It wasn’t my best race. I felt like it got a little bit away from me.”
Though this wouldn’t be the first time Allyson Felix has had a strange finish. During US qualifying for the 2012 London Olympic Games, Felix and Jeneba Tarmoh tied for third place in the women’s 100-meter final. To break the tie, the runners had to decide between a coin flip and a run-off. In a surprising twist, Tarmoh pulled out of the tie-breaker, opting instead to let her teammate move on to the Olympic team. Felix finished fifth in the event in London but won gold in three other events.
While Felix might not have won gold this time around, she did take home silver, making her the most decorated US female track athlete of all time.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.