Australian gymnasts are set to make their mark at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, with 13 athletes qualifying to represent the country in a range of disciplines. The gymnastics events will be held from July 27 to August 10, promising an exciting spectacle of athleticism, agility, and grace.
The Australian gymnastics team for the Paris 2024 Olympics comprises a diverse group of 13 talented athletes who have demonstrated exceptional skills and unwavering determination. The team includes:
Aussie Gymnasts Shine Bright at Paris 2024 Olympics
* **Artistic Gymnastics:** Emily Whitehead, Georgia Godwin, Brielle Baker, James Bacueti, Tyson Bull, and Mitchell Morgans
* **Rhythmic Gymnastics:** Alexandra Kiroi-Bogatyreva, Allanah Matthews, and Shola Scott
* **Trampoline Gymnastics:** Dominic Clarke and Kira Ward
* **Double Mini-Trampoline Gymnastics:** Jessica Pickering
The gymnastics competitions at the Paris 2024 Olympics will take place over 15 days, with events being held at the Accor Arena in Paris. The schedule is as follows:
* **July 27-28:** Artistic Gymnastics Qualifications
* **July 30:** Artistic Gymnastics Men's Team Final
* **July 31:** Artistic Gymnastics Women's Team Final
* **August 1-2:** Artistic Gymnastics Individual Apparatus Finals
* **August 5-6:** Rhythmic Gymnastics Individual Qualification
* **August 8:** Rhythmic Gymnastics Group Qualification
* **August 9:** Rhythmic Gymnastics Individual All-Around Final
* **August 10:** Rhythmic Gymnastics Group All-Around Final
* **August 2-4:** Trampoline Gymnastics Qualification
* **August 6:** Trampoline Gymnastics Individual Finals
* **August 7:** Double Mini-Trampoline Gymnastics Qualification
* **August 8:** Double Mini-Trampoline Gymnastics Finals
Australia has a rich history of success in gymnastics at the Olympic Games. The country has won a total of 14 medals, including three gold, five silver, and six bronze. Notable achievements include:
* Laurie Salas' gold medal in the parallel bars at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics
* Shane Gould's gold medal in the women's floor exercise at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics
* Allana Slater's bronze medal in the trampoline at the 2000 Sydney Olympics
The Australian gymnastics team is eager to continue the country's proud tradition at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The team is well-prepared and confident in their abilities to perform at the highest level. Key athletes to watch include:
* Emily Whitehead, a 2022 World Championships bronze medalist on the uneven bars
* James Bacueti, a 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist on the pommel horse
* Alexandra Kiroi-Bogatyreva, a 2022 World Cup bronze medalist in the hoop exercise
With their exceptional talent and unwavering determination, the Australian gymnastics team is poised to make a memorable impact at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
