Sky Brown Wins Bronze in Paris Olympics

Sky Brown, the 16-year-old British skateboarder, has won a bronze medal in the women's park skateboarding event at the Paris Olympics, matching her achievement from the Tokyo Games in 2021. Competing with a dislocated shoulder sustained just days before the event and after a recent knee injury, Brown demonstrated remarkable resilience, scoring 92.31 in her final run. After qualifying in fourth, she initially struggled but managed to secure a podium finish behind Australia's Arisa Trew and Japan's Cocona Hiraki, who narrowly claimed silver. Brown's journey has been marked by serious injuries, including a near-fatal crash at age 11 and a fractured skull at 12, making her accomplishments all the more impressive. Despite the physical challenges, she expressed determination to compete and ultimately succeeded in delivering a strong performance. Following the competition, she confirmed plans for shoulder surgery as she continues to navigate her skateboarding career.