Beatriz Hatz Wins Gold at Track and Field Championships

Beatriz Hatz, a recent contestant from “Love Island USA,” has secured a significant victory. The 25-year-old two-time Paralympian won gold in the T64 women’s long jump at the USA Track and Field Outdoor National Championships in New York City.

Her victory comes shortly after her appearance on the reality show, which concluded on July 12. The T64 event caters to athletes with moderate movement challenges in a lower leg or those missing limbs below the knee, as explained by Lexi Global, a para-sports information platform.

Initially, Hatz was in second place, trailing behind competitor Taleah Williams. By the fifth round, she achieved a leap of 5.24 meters, according to ESPN, and secured the top position in the sixth round with a 5.11-meter jump.

In attendance were her “Love Island” co-stars Sean Reifel and Amora Robinson, who supported her performance. “Shout out Bea,” expressed Reifel in a post-event interview, praising her as a formidable competitor. Robinson added, “We’re so proud of you!”

Hatz’s success is notable given her limited training options while participating in the reality show. As part of the original Season 8 cast, she became known for her straightforwardness and humor regarding her limb difference. Despite this, her time on the show ended abruptly by Episode 9, after a voting event reshuffled pairings.

Hatz shared with TODAY.com that maintaining her athletic routine on the island was difficult, stating her usual regimen involves three to four hours of track work. In the villa, she had to balance her time with other show activities, but she adapted efficiently.

She mentioned, “I took my blade with me and did some training. Although my preparation wasn’t aired, I was actively practicing.” Her training included long jump drills and a focus on technical improvement with her equipment, engaging in as much conditioning as possible.