Katie Moon, a native of Olmsted Falls, Ohio, is set to defend her pole vault gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics after advancing to the finals. Moon, who won gold in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, cleared 4.55 meters in the qualifiers despite dealing with a sore heel. She expressed feeling 'amazing' and noted the fast runway conditions at the Stade de France. Competing against 19 other women, Moon is poised for a competitive final. The finals are scheduled for August 5, 2024, amid high anticipation.