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Ferrand-Prévôt Wins Gold at Paris 2024

Published: 2024-07-28

Pauline Ferrand-Prévôt made history on July 28, 2024, by winning the gold medal in cross-country mountain biking at the Paris Olympics.

Competing on the Colline d'Élancourt, she dominated the race, finishing well ahead of her competitors.

This victory marked a significant achievement for the 32-year-old athlete, who had faced disappointments in previous Olympic Games.

Overcome with emotion, Ferrand-Prévôt shed tears of joy on the podium as the French national anthem played.

Her triumph is not just a personal victory but also a testament to her years of hard work and mental preparation.

With this gold medal, she adds to her impressive record, which includes multiple world championships in cycling.