The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris will feature an exciting array of sports, with a total of 32 sports and 329 events. From classic Olympic sports like athletics and swimming to newer additions like breaking and skateboarding, the 2024 Games promise to be a thrilling showcase of athletic talent and competition.
Aquatics
Aquatics is a major component of the Olympic program, encompassing five disciplines:
- Artistic swimming (2 events)
- Diving (8 events)
- Marathon swimming (2 events)
- Swimming (35 events)
- Water polo (2 events)
Olympic Debuts
The 2024 Summer Olympics will see the debut of several new sports and events:
- Breaking: This dynamic dance sport, which originated in the Bronx, New York, will feature 2 events.
- Skateboarding: After its successful introduction at the 2020 Tokyo Games, skateboarding returns with 4 events.
- Sport climbing: Another sport that made its debut in Tokyo, sport climbing will have 4 events in Paris.
Classic Olympic Sports
Many of the most iconic and long-standing Olympic sports will be featured in the 2024 Games:
- Athletics: The centerpiece of the Olympics, with 48 events covering running, jumping, and throwing disciplines.
- Gymnastics: Artistic gymnastics (14 events), rhythmic gymnastics (2 events), and trampoline (2 events) will showcase the grace, strength, and agility of the world’s best gymnasts.
- Swimming: One of the most popular Olympic sports, with 35 events ranging from sprints to long-distance races.
Team Sports
The 2024 Olympics will feature several exciting team sports:
| Sport | Events |
|---|---|
| Basketball | 4 |
| Field hockey | 2 |
| Football | 2 |
| Handball | 2 |
| Rugby sevens | 2 |
| Volleyball | 4 |
These team sports will provide thrilling moments of competition and national pride as countries vie for gold.
Precision Sports
Sports that require a high degree of precision and focus will also be well-represented in Paris:
- Archery (5 events)
- Golf (2 events)
- Shooting (15 events)
These sports demand incredible concentration and skill from athletes as they aim for the bullseye or the hole.
Combat Sports
Combat sports have a long and storied history at the Olympics, and the 2024 Games will be no exception:
- Boxing (13 events)
- Fencing (12 events)
- Judo (15 events)
- Taekwondo (8 events)
- Wrestling – Freestyle (12 events) and Greco-Roman (6 events)
These sports will showcase the strength, speed, and strategy of the world’s best fighters.
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris will be a celebration of sport, with a diverse and exciting program that includes both classic and new events. From the track to the pool, the court to the field, athletes from around the world will come together to compete at the highest level and inspire us all with their dedication, passion, and excellence.