As a seasoned sports journalist with decades of experience covering Olympic Games, I have witnessed countless moments of triumph and heartbreak, joy and disappointment. But few stories have left me as inspired and awestruck as those of the athletes who defied odds, broke records, and made history at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
The 2024 Paris Olympics is one for the books.
At that global sporting competition, exceptionally talented athletes from around the world challenged limits, breaking decades-old records as they pursued the coveted gold medal.
As a former athlete who once trained tirelessly for years to compete at the highest level, I can truly appreciate the remarkable athleticism displayed this year by some competitors. Their achievements have left me in awe and even before setting foot in the Olympic Village, they’ve already managed to shatter records and break through barriers. It’s a testament to their dedication, hard work, and natural talent that they’re able to perform at such an exceptional level. The Olympics always bring out the best in us, but this year it seems that the bar has been raised even higher. I can only imagine the excitement and pride these athletes must feel as they represent their countries on the world stage. It’s a truly inspiring sight!
Consider gymnast Hezly Rivera as an example. In early July, she achieved a remarkable feat by becoming part of the women’s gymnastics team for Team USA, joining Olympic veterans like Simone Biles, Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, and Jade Carey. Notably, at 16 years old – having turned that age just the month prior – she made history as the youngest athlete to represent Team USA in any sport.
Quincy Wilson made history by joining the U.S. track and field team for the 4x400m relay at just 16 years and 7 months old, as Team USA described it. He left an indelible mark on the sport.
The 2024 Olympics mark a pivotal shift. For the first time in history, the athletic competitions – where women were included 124 years ago – achieved gender equality on the field. As stated by the International Olympic Committee, this means an equal number of male and female athletes will participate.
IOC President Thomas Bach labeled this year’s event as a significant milestone not only for women at the Olympic Games but also for sports as a whole, stating that it signifies a pivotal moment in history. He further emphasized that the IOC’s dedication to promoting gender equality is far from over after Paris, indicating an ongoing commitment beyond the city.
1. “Bach stated that we’ll persistently create opportunities for women, collaborating with our partners, inspiring them to make progress in achieving gender equality within their respective domains. The IOC remains committed to pioneering this change and leveraging the influence of sports to foster a more balanced and inclusive community.”
To see all the history-making moments at the 2024 Paris Olympics, keep reading.
1. In the women’s 200m freestyle event at the Olympics, the Australian swimmer broke the record with a time of 1 minute, 53.27 seconds, outperforming defending champion and teammate Ariarne Titmus to win the gold medal.
At the Olympics, only Simone Biles among all gymnasts has successfully executed the challenging double layout move known as the “Biles I”. Until Hillary Heron appeared, no other gymnast had managed to perform this difficult maneuver.
1. During the gymnastics qualifier at the Paris Summer Games, the Panamanian competitor managed to pull off the tricky move, even though he was up against its tough rival in a competition.
At the judo competition on July 29, Christa Deguchi from Team Canada earned the first gold medal for her team by triumphing against Huh Mimi from the Republic of Korea in an intense match.
1. In K1 competition, the canoeist clinched a gold medal, making history by becoming the first Australian athlete to secure four consecutive Olympic medals in the same event. This includes a bronze from Tokyo 2020 and Rio de Janeiro 2016, along with silver from London 2012.
She is now tied with Slovakia’s Michal Martikán as the most-decorated Olympic slalom paddler.
At her initial appearance in the Summer Games, the American swimmer set a new Olympic record in the 100m butterfly semifinals, finishing with a time of 55.38 seconds.
South Sudan, the most recent addition to the world map as a country, participated in the Olympics for the first time on July 28. Their men’s basketball team took to the court against Puerto Rico in their opening game.
The South Sudan Bright Stars won their first-ever Olympic game with a final score of 90-79 .
The team consisting of Stephen Nedoroscik, Frederick Richard, Brody Malone, Paul Juda, and Asher Hong brought home the bronze medal for Team USA in men’s gymnastics after a 16-year absence.
1. During the Opening Ceremony, the Greek basketball player became the first Black individual to carry the nation’s flag, making history.
16-year-old track and field sensation made history as the youngest male athlete ever selected for the 4x400m relay team, as stated by Team USA. He left an indelible mark on history with this achievement.
The youngest member of any Team USA sports team is Rivera, who only turned 16 a few weeks prior to being chosen for the women’s gymnastics team.
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