Paris 2024 Olympics: The Black Athletes That Made History This Weekend
One thing about Black people? We are going to show up and show out in any and everything.
On Thursday (Aug. 1), Simone Biles made history by clinching her second gold medal in individual all-around at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The other Black athletes followed suit.
Noah Lyles won his first-ever Olympic medal, while Julien Alfred and Thea Lafond did their big one for the Caribbean. Take a look at the full list of winners below.
Noah Lyles
Team USA’s Noah Lyles takes home gold in 100 meters, making him the first American man to win in 20 years. This is his first Olympic title of his career.
Julien Alfred
Julien Alfred put her country on the Olympic map after winning the first-ever medal for Saint Lucia, which was gold.
Sha’Carri Richardson
The legendary track star won the silver medal for Team USA in the women’s 100-meter race.
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Thea Lafond
Thea Lafond won gold in the women’s triple jump, making it the first Olympic medal for Dominica.
Rebeca Andrade
Gymnast Rebeca Andrade just became the most decorated Brazilian Athlete in Olympic history by winning a gold medal in women's floor exercise.
