It’s not a gold medal, but it’s pretty darn close. United States tennis player Coco Gauff is among several athletes who will take home what’s quickly becoming the most sought after collectible at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games: a rare pin featuring rapper Snoop Dogg blowing out Olympic-style smoke rings.
“This is the best pin that I’ve ever gotten,” Gauff said, thanking Snoop in an exchange captured on Instagram.
Gauff’s next tennis match, which she invited Snoop to attend, is Wednesday. Gauff and tennis partner Jessica Pegula will play a Women’s Doubles game against Linda Nosková and Karolina Muchová of the Czech Republic.
A more detailed image of the pin featuring the rapper was first shared on social media by the International Tennis Federation, racking up thousands of likes and hundreds of comments by eager fans wanting to have one of their own.
“Can someone tell me how I can get a @SnoopDogg Olympic pin? It’s freaking LEGENDARY!,” posted one social media user.
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Fans want to know how to buy the Snoop Dogg Olympic pin
Olympic pins and how to get them
The tradition of collecting Olympic pins is nothing new. The first such pin ever traded was made of cloth, featuring a simple white cross against a powder blue background and created in Greece for the Athens Olympics in 1896, according to AICO, the International Association of Olympic Collectors.
Collectible pins traded at today’s Olympics include a variety of bright backgrounds, mascots, slogans and are a hot commodity among world athletes. U.S. Olympic Gold medalist (and absolute GOAT), Simone Biles has her own personal pin — a yellow heart inscribed with the gymnast’s name.
Fans can buy pins and patches at the online Olympic shop, from TeamUSA.com or other verified merchants.
How to get a Snoop Dogg Olympic pin
Sadly, Snoop’s pin is not for sale to the general public. According to collectible memorabilia site Cllct.com, the pin isn’t licensed by the International Olympic Committee, meaning you won’t find it to buy among their official merchandise. Snoop is giving out a very limited supply of his signature pins to U.S. athletes only.
Why is Snoop Dogg at the Olympic Games?
Snoop, whose real name is Calvin Broadus Jr., is serving as a “special correspondent” for NBC. During the show, “Primetime in Paris,” the rapper will interact with Team USA athletes, including their families. Snoop also will share his experiences and insights as he explores Paris.
