Athletes Who Made History at the 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics is one for the books.
Gifted athletes from around the world competed at the event, breaking records and striving for gold medals.
This year’s display of athleticism was so remarkable that some competitors achieved feats even before arriving at the Olympic Village.
American gymnast Hezly Rivera made history by earning a spot on the women’s gymnastics team alongside Olympic veterans Simone Biles, Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles, and Jade Carey in early July. At just 16 years old, she became the youngest athlete to represent Team USA in any sport.
Quincy Wilson also left his mark on history by making the 4x400m relay squad seven months after his 16th birthday, becoming the youngest male athlete to join the U.S. track and field team.