Emma Finucane Wins Gold in Paris Team Sprint

Emma Finucane, a 21-year-old cyclist from Carmarthen, achieved her dream of winning Olympic gold in the women's team sprint at Paris 2024, alongside teammates Katy Marchant and Sophie Capewell. The trio not only secured the gold medal but also broke the world record three times during the competition, defeating New Zealand in the final. Finucane, who is also a world champion and European champion, is now aiming for two additional golds in the individual sprint and keirin events. The emotional victory marked a historic moment for Great Britain, as it was their first Olympic medal in this event after failing to qualify in the previous two Games. Finucane's triumph is particularly poignant as she shares her age with her great-uncle Brendan 'Paddy' Finucane, a WWII hero, highlighting a legacy of excellence in her family. The team's victory has sparked hopes for further success in the upcoming events, with Finucane being tipped for a potential hat-trick of golds.