Paris Olympics 2024 Ledecky Vs Titmus Five Biggest Rivalries to Watch

The women's race looks incredible, with the three fastest swimmers in history competing in the 400m freestyle. One of them is the legendary American swimmer Katie Ledecky, who took first place in the competition in 2016 and needs two gold medals in Paris to beat all previous records for female swimmers.

However, there will be strong rivalry from both a well-known and a fresh opponent.

In Tokyo, Australian Ariarne Titmus defeated Ledecky to win gold. Just a month before, she set the second-fastest time ever. Then there is Summer McIntosh, a 17-year-old Canadian who is expected to be one of the Games' breakthrough stars. In March of the previous year, she beat Titmus' world record; however, Titmus exceeded her when they faced off for silver at the World Championships.

Here we will discuss Paris Olympics 2024 Ledecky Vs Titmus five biggest rivalries to watch:

Men's Javelin: A Fight from South Asia

The current gold champion, Neeraj Chopra, will be the center of attention, but his South Asian opponent and Pakistani friend, Arshad Nadeem, will fight a tough battle.

Three years ago, Chopra threw 87.58 meters in Tokyo to win India's first-ever Olympic gold medal in athletics. That throw launched him into superstar status. The 26-year-old defeated Nadeem in the final and became the first Indian with a gold medal in 100 metres at the World Athletics Championships in 2023.

Best Records: In 2022, Chopra set a personal best throw of 89.94 meters at the Stockholm Diamond League. In contrast to Chopra, Nadeem threw 90.18 meters at the 2022 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Birmingham, ending Pakistan's 60-year wait for a gold medal at the CWG.

In 2022, Chopra set a personal best throw of 89.94 meters at the Stockholm Diamond League. In contrast to Chopra, Nadeem threw 90.18 meters at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, ending Pakistan's 60-year wait for a gold medal at the CWG.

Nadeem is one of just 24 athletes worldwide who can run the 90-meter club. He is tall, 1.9 meters to feet, and gifted with extraordinary natural strength.

Women’s 400m Freestyle: three world record holders

Swimmers Katie Ledecky, Ariarne Titmus, and Summer McIntosh, three of the sport's biggest names, will compete in the 400 freestyle, a competition that has already been dubbed the "race of the century" in swimming.

The 27-year-old qualified for the 200, 400, 800, and 1500 metres in feet freestyle events; however, she plans to forego the 200-meter individual event in favor of concentrating on the 800 and 1,500-meter freestyle events, which are seen to be her greatest chances for winning. Ledecky wants to win another 1,500 meters and a fourth straight 800-meter free gold.

Ledecky, the Olympic 400 meter swim champion from 2016–19, will have tough competition from Ariarne Titmus of Australia, who is top in 400 meter world record list and surprised the 2020 Olympics American in Tokyo.

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The incredible Canadian teenager Summer McIntosh, who held the women's 400m Olympic record until early 2023 when Titmus reclaimed it at the 2023 world championships, is another competitor that Ledecky and Titmus will need to watch out for.

Men's Marathon: Two Race Legends return

Paris Marathon 2024 date: Saturday, 10 August, 11:00 AM - Final

At the men's biggest marathon in Paris, the rivalry between current Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge and Ethiopian running great Kenenisa Bekele will surprise revive. 41-year-old Bekele last raced at the London 2012 Games, placing fourth in the men's 10,000 meters before being passed over for the Olympics records in 2016 and 2020.

Bekele and Kipchoge's rivalry began when they competed together in the World Championship final in 2003. Kipchoge prevailed in their most recent race together, the 2018 London Marathon.

Women’s 100m Sprint: Jamaica Vs US

Sha'Carri Richardson deserves an opportunity at Olympic redemption, having been disqualified from the US squad for the Tokyo Olympics three years before due to a positive marijuana test. From 21 June to June 30 is the Sha'carri Richardson next race 2024 schedule.

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Arriving in the French capital after winning the gold medal at the World Athletics Championships in Hungary last year, Richardson will be the one to beat in Paris. The 24-year-old, who won the women's 100m Olympic record at the US trials before the Games, now owns the world record with a time of 10.71 seconds this season.

The legendary rivalry between the United States and Jamaica will be renewed in Paris. Since reigning Olympic sprint champion Elaine Thompson-Herah is sidelined due to injury, Richardson could face opposition from the amazing Shelly-Ann Fraser Pryce.

High Jump: unbeatable favourites

In the history of the biggest sports worldwide, Gianmarco Tamberi of Italy and Mutaz Essa of Qatar have rarely been more comparable. When these towering heroes chose to share the high jump gold medal after they were unable to separate after both cleared 2.37 meters, they made history at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. They provided the most touching moments of the games.

They remained together two years later and topped the global rankings in 2023.

Those who saw Tamberi and Barsham's amazing performance at the Tokyo Olympics will be excited to see these two strong competitors revive their rivalry in Paris in 2024 when they are both once again heavy favorites to win gold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the 5 new sports for the 2024 Olympics?

In addition to the three sports - surfing, skateboarding, and climbing that had fantastic debuts in Tokyo in 2021, breakdancing will also be featured in Paris in 2024.

Q. How many gold medals does Katie Ledecky have?

With 7 gold medals from the Olympics and 21 from world championships, she is the only female swimmer in history to have won the most in the sport.

Q. When were the last Olympics in Paris?

The Games were last held in Paris, France, in 1924, the year the Philippines participated in the Olympics for the first time. Paris 2024 will remember this significant event.

Q. What are the dates for the Summer Olympics in Paris?

The Summer Olympics are an upcoming international multi-sport competition that will be held in France from July 26 to August 11, 2024.