Olympic bobsled champion Kaillie Humphries presented President Donald Trump with the Order of Ikkos medal during a White House event Thursday focused on women's history month.

The Order of Ikkos is a prestigious medal given to each U.S. Olympic medalist, which they can then present to someone who has made a meaningful contribution to their athletic career or Olympic journey. Humphries, who is considered the most decorated women's bobsledder in history, surprised Trump with the award during the ceremony.

The presentation occurred during a White House event that addressed topics related to women's sports protection. Humphries publicly aligned herself with Trump's administration during the gathering.

The Order of Ikkos medal is named after the ancient Greek Olympic coach Ikkos of Tarentum and represents one of the highest honors an Olympic athlete can bestow upon a supporter or mentor. Recipients of Olympic medals are each given one of these medals specifically to honor someone who played a significant role in their Olympic success.

Humphries' decision to present the medal to Trump and her public alignment with his administration has generated attention, particularly given the current political climate surrounding women's sports policies.