Horigome Wins Gold in Paris Skateboarding

In a thrilling men's street skateboarding final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Japan's Yuto Horigome clinched his second consecutive gold medal with a stunning nollie 270 bluntslide, scoring 97.08 on his final trick. Americans Jagger Eaton and Nyjah Huston, who had both held the top spots during the final, secured the silver and bronze medals respectively. Eaton, who improved from his bronze finish in Tokyo, narrowly missed gold by 0.1 points, while Huston celebrated his first Olympic medal. The competition, held against the picturesque backdrop of Paris' Place de la Concorde, saw intense performances from all finalists, including Canadian Cordano Russell, who delivered a standout trick despite not medaling. The event highlighted the growing global appeal of skateboarding, with fans and celebrities alike contributing to the vibrant atmosphere.