German track star Alica Schmidt was brought to tears upon learning she had made the 2024 Olympics roster

In a newly shared TikTok video, Schmidt — dubbed the “world’s sexiest athlete” by various outlets — can be seen wiping away tears upon learning her fate for the Paris Games. “When you get the call that you’ve made the Olympic team,” read the text over Schmidt’s video, which has been viewed more than 1.1 million times.

Schmidt qualified in May for the Paris Games while competing in the mixed 4x400m relay at the World Athletics Relays in the Bahamas. She posted a separate message on Instagram this weekend, calling the opportunity the “biggest dream” come true.

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My biggest dream came true 🥺 #teamdeutschland #olympics #paris #parisolympics2024

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“My biggest dream came true! I will be in Paris in just one month, creating memories that will last a lifetime. This thought has been my motivation every day for several years now, reminding me of why it is important to never give up on my goals and put in the work,” she wrote. “No matter how big your dreams are, if you stay committed and believe in yourself, good things will come your way.”

Alica Schmidt posted a video to TikTok about when she learned about her Olympic fate. Alica Schmidt/TikTok

Schmidt then took a moment to thank her loved ones and her team “for believing in me and supporting my journey as an athlete.”

“A big thank you to my family, who always have my back and support me no matter what, @marcello_h. Without him, I wouldn‘t be where I‘m at right now. My coach, Sven Buggel, for being the mastermind in training, and @noir.boutiquegym for pushing my limits in the weights room.

She could be seen wiping away tears in the emotional clip. TikTok/Alica Schmidt

Thank you to my teammates for making this journey so much more fun!! My medical team keeps me healthy, and of course, I thank all my sponsors for believing in me and supporting my journey as an athlete. Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” she added in her post.

Alica Schmidt of Team Germany looks on before the Women’s 4x400m Heats on day five of the 26th European Athletics Championships – Rome 2024 at Stadio Olimpico on June 11, 2024. Getty Images for European Athletics

Schmidt travelled to Tokyo for the Summer Games in 2021 but did not compete. She announced her plans to take a “break” from the sport shortly after, revealing struggles with COVID-19 and injuries during the 2021 season.

Alica Schmidt competed at the World Athletic Championships in 2022. REUTERS

“It was not an easy year with my Covid infection and torn ligaments, but I know what I am capable of, and I‘m hungry for more,” Schmidt posted on Instagram in August 2021. “Now, I’m going to take a break, and I’m looking forward to returning feeling fresh and ready to train hard again.”

With the Olympics now just a few weeks away, Schmidt — a social media juggernaut with 7.2 million followers between her Instagram and TikTok pages — recently opened up to Women’s Health about her mindset entering competitions.

“It doesn’t work without nervousness; it’s part of it,” Schmidt replied when asked, “Aren’t you nervous anymore?”

Alica Schmidt boasts more than seven million followers between Instagram and TikTok. Alica Schmidt/Instagram

“If I go into a competition and I’m not nervous, it won’t go well. I remind myself I did everything possible to be in top shape on the day. And if it doesn’t work out, so be it because I couldn’t have done anything better. Sooner or later, the time will come when it will pay off. That’s why I deal with pressure positively.”

The Paris Olympics begin July 26 and run through Aug. 11.