Maddison Keeney gold medal

Maddison Keeney has made history by winning Australia's first-ever Olympic medal in the women's 3m springboard event, securing a silver with a total score of 343.10 at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 28-year-old diver, who previously won bronze in the synchronised springboard at Rio 2016, delivered an impressive final dive, scoring 78.20, which was her best of the competition. Keeney's achievement marks a significant comeback after missing the Tokyo Olympics due to injuries and setbacks, showing resilience and dedication in her training. She finished behind China's Chen Yiwen, who took gold with a score of 376.00. Keeney's medal adds to her accolades, including three medals at this year's world championships, and she outperformed fellow Chinese diver Chang Yani, who secured bronze with 318.75. Meanwhile, the Olympic Games also saw the debut of breaking, a new sport combining dance and athleticism, featuring Australian competitor Rachael Gunn in the women's B-Girls competition.