The 2024 Paris Olympics road races promise to be intense and chaotic due to smaller team sizes and the absence of race radios, with top cyclists like Mathieu van der Poel and Remco Evenepoel competing. BMX racing, which has been an Olympic event since 2008, continues to inspire young riders in Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, who dream of reaching the international stage. Meanwhile, the University of Texas at San Antonio is proudly represented by multiple athletes and staff members participating in various Olympic and Paralympic events. In addition, NBC's podcast 'The Podium' offers insider coverage of these competitions, bringing audiences closer to the action. An experiential account describes the challenge of cycling the Montmartre course, highlighting the physical and environmental hurdles athletes will face during the races this weekend.