Quincy Hall Wins Men's 400m Gold with Stunning Performance at Paris 2024 Olympics

In a stunning performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Quincy Hall from the United States clinched the gold medal in the men’s 400m, marking a significant milestone in his athletic career. Hall clocked a remarkable personal best time of 43.40 seconds, edging out strong competitors such as Michael Norman, Matthew Hudson-Smith and Krani James.

During the race, Hall executed a flawless strategy, maintaining a strong pace and making a decisive surge in the final 30m.

Matthew Hudson-Smith from Great Britain earned the silver medal with a new European record of 43.44, while Muzala Samukonga from Zambia secured the bronze with a new national record of 43.74.

Quincy Hall: “I told you guys I was going to get a gold medal this year and I guess I just showed you I did it.  I know I can win. I knew it today. That’s what I have doing my whole career. I don’t give up I just grit. I have good determination. Anything will get me to that line, I think of it. A lot of hurt, a lot of pain. I just won. It’”.

The men's 400m final at the Paris 2024 Olympics was a historic showcase of speed, with the top five competitors each breaking the 44-second mark, a rare feat in track and field history.

Hall's journey to this victory has been notable. Initially focusing on the 400m hurdles, he transitioned to the 400m flat after the 2022 season. This strategic move paid off as he consistently improved his performance, leading up to his personal best and Olympic gold in Paris​.

Men's 400m Final Results:

Women’s Pole Vault Final:

In a landmark achievement for Australian athletics, Nina Kennedy clinched the Olympic gold medal in the women’s pole vault, clearing 4.90m on her initial attempt. This victory marked Australia's first gold in this event at the Olympics. Previously, Kennedy had shared the gold with Katie Moon at the World Championships in Budapest after both cleared the same height. Unlike last year, Kennedy was the sole vaulter to clear 4.90m at the Olympics, executing first-attempt clearances at heights of 4.40m, 4.60m, 4.80m, 4.85m, and failing just once at 4.70m. Moon secured the silver with a 4.85m jump, edging out Canada's Alysha Newman on countback.

Kennedy remarked, “Clearing those high bars on the first attempt was crucial for the gold. I focused entirely on that and succeeded.”

Angelica Moser of Switzerland had no misses until failing at 4.85m and 4.90m. Amalia Svabilkova of the Czech Republic set a national record by clearing 4.80m on her third attempt, finishing fifth. Italy's Elisa Molinarolo improved her personal best by 2 cm, reaching 4.70m to tie for sixth with New Zealand’s Eliza McCartney.

Men’s Discus Throw Final:

Jamaica's Roje Stona shocked the field with a personal best of 70.00m, surpassing the previous Olympic record and securing the gold medal. His coach, Ryan Crouser, is a three-time Olympic shot put champion. Early leader Mykolas Alekna set a challenging pace with a throw of 69.97m. Matthew Denny of Australia captured the bronze with consistent throws over 68 meters, including a best of 69.31m.

Stona expressed his elation: “It's an incredible feeling to achieve what I've always wanted on such a special night.”

Men’s 3000 Metres Steeplechase Final:

Defending champion Soufiane El Bakkali from Morocco won in a season-best 8:06.05. U.S. runner Kenneth Rooks led at the bell but finished with a personal best of 8:06.41 to take silver, just ahead of Abraham Kibiwot’s 8:06.47. Mohamed Jhinauoi of Tunisia set a national record of 8:07.73, and Ahmed Jaziri of Tunisia also achieved a personal best.

Men’s 200 Metres Semifinals:

Letsile Tebogo recorded the fastest semifinal time of 19.96, outpacing three-time world champion Noah Lyles. Kenneth Bednarek and Erryion Knighton also advanced, securing spots in the Olympic final.

Men’s 400 Metres Hurdles Semifinals:

Olympic champion Karsten Warholm led the semifinals with a time of 47.67. Raj Benjamin and Kyron McMaster also advanced, showcasing strong performances to reach the final.

Men’s Triple Jump Qualifying Round:

Olympic champion Pedro Pablo Pichardo led the qualifiers with 17.44m. Jordan Alejandro Diaz and others also surpassed the automatic qualifying mark, setting the stage for a competitive final.

Marathon Race Walk Mixed Relay:

Spain’s Alvaro Martin and Maria Perez won the gold in the mixed relay, setting a time of 2:50:31. This victory added to their impressive medal haul at the Olympics, with Martin also securing a bronze and Perez a silver in their respective 20 km events.

Men’s High Jump Qualifying Round:

Gianmarco Tamberi of Italy overcame health issues to qualify for the final, while defending champion Mutaz Barshim also advanced despite an initial setback.

Women’s 100 Metres Hurdles Heats:

Jasmine Camacho Quinn led the heats with the fastest time, while Tobi Amusan and others also showed strong performances, setting up a highly anticipated semi-final.

Women’s Javelin Throw Qualifying Round:

Maria Andrejczyk of Poland topped the qualifying round, leading a strong field into the finals.

Men’s 800 Metres Heats:

Emmanuel Korir led the qualifiers with the fastest time as several contenders, including Djamel Sedjati and Mohamed Attaoui, also advanced, promising a competitive semifinal ahead.