Emma Finucane Makes British Cycling History

Emma Finucane has made a historic debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, becoming the first British woman in 60 years to win three medals at a single Games. The 21-year-old cyclist secured gold in the team sprint alongside Katy Marchant and Sophie Capewell, and bronze in both the keirin and individual sprint events. Her performance has surpassed the expectations set by British cycling legends and has matched Team GB’s total medal haul from the Tokyo Games. Despite narrowly missing out on a second gold, Finucane expressed immense pride and joy in her achievements, describing the experience as a dream come true. She has navigated the challenging and exhausting week with resilience, highlighting her satisfaction and determination. Her success has solidified her status as Team GB’s most successful athlete in Paris 2024.