Liu Yang of China successfully defended his Olympic title in the men's rings event at the Paris Olympics, scoring 15.300 to secure gold ahead of teammate Zou Jingyuan, who earned silver with a score of 15.233. Liu's clean dismount was pivotal in his victory, as Zou's performance included several hops upon landing. Eleftherios Petrounias of Greece, a three-time Olympic medalist, claimed the bronze with a score of 15.100. Samir Ait Said of France finished fourth, receiving a score of 15.000 amid a supportive home crowd. The event showcased China's dominance in gymnastics, with Liu becoming one of only three men to win multiple Olympic titles in this discipline.