Japan Wins Gold in Men's Skateboarding

In a thrilling display at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Japan's Yuto Horigome defended his title in men's street skateboarding, clinching gold with a final trick score of 97.08, just ahead of American Jagger Eaton who earned silver with 281.04 points and Nyjah Huston who secured bronze with 279.38 points. Horigome's victory marked Japan's third skateboarding medal of the Games, following a strong showing from fellow countrywoman Coco Yoshizawa in the women's event. Eaton and Huston both demonstrated exceptional skills throughout the competition, with Eaton briefly taking the lead before Horigome's final impressive performance. The event was held in front of a vibrant crowd, contrasting the empty stands of the Tokyo Olympics, adding to the excitement of the competition. Team USA's overall medal count now stands at 20, leading the Games, with swimming significantly contributing to their tally on Sunday. This year's skateboarding event has showcased the sport's growing popularity and competitiveness, with high expectations for future competitions.