Charlotte Worthington Eliminated from BMX Finals

In the BMX Freestyle qualifiers for the Paris 2024 Olympics, defending champion Charlotte Worthington from Great Britain failed to secure a spot in the finals, finishing 11th with an average score of 79.01 after struggling with her runs. Worthington, who has faced mental health challenges since her gold medal win in Tokyo, expressed pride in her journey despite the disappointment of not advancing. Meanwhile, Kieran Reilly of Great Britain qualified in the top spot for the men's final with an impressive average score of 91.21. He noted the competitive atmosphere and the high level of skill among participants. Worthington's struggles underscored the intense pressure athletes face, as she acknowledged making mistakes that cost her qualifying performance. The finals will feature nine men and nine women, with strong contenders like world champion Hannah Roberts from the USA leading the women's competition.