Janja Garnbret Wins Olympic Gold in Climbing

Janja Garnbret of Slovenia has successfully defended her Olympic title, winning gold in the women's boulder and lead event at the Paris 2024 Games. Garnbret, who scored 168.5 points, triumphed over American Brooke Raboutou, who earned silver with 156.0 points, and Austria's Jessica Pilz who claimed bronze with 147.4 points. Despite facing a potential injury during the boulder round, Garnbret managed to secure her victory with a strong performance in the lead round, finishing the competition with an overall score that surpassed her rivals by 12.5 points. This win marks Garnbret's second consecutive Olympic gold after her victory at Tokyo 2020, solidifying her status as the most decorated athlete in sport climbing history. The event was notable for its enthusiastic crowd, a stark contrast to the audience-less competition in Tokyo. The Paris Games also featured a split between boulder and lead events, distinguishing them from the combined format seen in previous Olympics.