Netherlands women's hockey

The Netherlands achieved a historic milestone at the 2024 Paris Olympics by securing gold in both men's and women's field hockey, marking the first time a nation has accomplished this feat. The women's team triumphed over China in a dramatic penalty shootout, winning 3-1 after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. China's Chen Yi opened the scoring early, but Yibbi Jansen equalized for the Dutch, setting the stage for the shootout. Dutch goalkeeper Anne Veenendaal was instrumental in the victory, saving the first two Chinese attempts and ultimately denying Ma Ning. This victory marks the Netherlands' fifth Olympic gold in women's hockey and their sixth consecutive appearance in the final. The win follows the men's team victory against Germany the previous day, solidifying the Netherlands' dominance in Olympic hockey.