With so many incredible moments at the 2024 Olympic Games, deciding which stories to share first was difficult. So, now that the games have officially concluded, we’ve compiled a list of the top inspirational moments from Paris. Check it out and let us know your favorite moments in the comments. 

Katie Ledecky Makes U.S. History

In Paris, Katie Ledecky cemented her place as the most decorated female athlete in U.S. Olympic history by winning her 14th Olympic medal. Ledecky has been a dominant force in the pool for Team USA since she won her first gold medal at age 15 in 2012. Since then, she has broken six world records and become one of the most dominant swimmers in the sport. She added two golds, a silver, and a bronze to her impressive resume in Paris.  click here to read more about her history-making journey in Paris.

Is Mijain Lopez the Greatest Olympian of All Time?

In Paris, Mijain Lopez became the first Olympian to win gold in the same event in five straight Olympic Games. Lopez, who represents Cuba in the Greco-Roman 130kg wrestling class, began his path to dominance in 2008. After his gold medal win in 2024, he took off his shoes, signifying his retirement from the sport. Read more about Lopez’s incredible 16 year run click here 

Nada Hafez: A Mom-to-Be Competes in the Olympics!

It’s hard enough to make an Olympic team. There are countless hours of training, physical and mental stress, and healthy eating required to be at the top of your game. Now imagine doing all of this while pregnant! Egyptian fencer Nada Hafez competed in the 2024 games while seven months pregnant! That’s right, the 26-year-old who made it to the round of 16 in fencing did so while seven months pregnant! Check out more about her incredible  story here

The Road to Gold: From Harvard Rower to Olympic Cyclist

Most retired college athletes pick up a hobby after playing their sport. They find ways to stay active, whether it’s pickleball, golf, or running. When Kristen Faulkner graduated from Harvard, the former rower decided to try her hand at cycling. So, She took an introductory cycling class while living in NYC in 2017. Little did she know, this new hobby would lead her to the 2024 Paris Olympics for Team USA. The Alaska native brought home two gold medals for the U.S. in the Women’s Individual Road Race and the Women’s Team Pursuit. Read more about her incredible journey  click here 

The Power of Sports

The Olympics are a powerful reminder of how sports can transcend borders, push the boundaries of possibility, and unify the world in the pursuit of greatness.

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