In a recent social media uproar, Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey publicly criticized the reverence shown by American gymnasts Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles towards Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade during the medal ceremony at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Andrade clinched the gold medal in the floor exercise. The viral image of the moment was widely praised as a showcase of sportsmanship and camaraderie. However, Humphrey described the gesture as "disgusting" in a post on the X social platform.

Following his comments, Humphrey, who seemed unfamiliar with Brazilian culture, faced a flurry of responses, many in Portuguese, admonishing his behavior. The football player complained of the onslaught of attacks he was receiving, mentioning that he was being "cursed at in Brazilian" on Instagram, showcasing his marked ignorance regarding the global community. Comments like "How many Olympic medals do you have to judge these girls?" and "Respect Brazil, respect Rebeca" flooded his social media accounts.

In stark contrast to the NFL player, former First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, commended the reverence on her X account, highlighting the moment as an exemplar of love and sportsmanship.

The social media responses to Humphrey's remarks were diverse, with users expressing dismay and criticism towards the NFL player's comments. Some suggested introducing him to Brazilian soccer legend Vampeta, implying a cultural exchange of sorts. Others took jabs at American football players' intelligence compared to their Brazilian counterparts, with colorful metaphors emphasizing their perceived lack of mental acuity. Overall, the remarks reflected a mix of disappointment and disdain towards players of certain sports, perhaps underscoring the cultural divides in the sporting world.