Rai Benjamin won the gold medal in the 400m hurdles at the Paris Olympics, defeating defending champion and world record holder Karsten Warholm. Benjamin clocked a time of 46.46 seconds, finishing well ahead of Warholm, who took silver in 47.06 seconds, and Brazil's Alison dos Santos, who secured bronze with a time of 47.26 seconds. This victory marks a significant personal achievement for Benjamin, who had previously earned a silver medal behind Warholm at the Tokyo Games. Despite battling injuries leading up to the Olympics, Benjamin demonstrated resilience and control throughout the race. Warholm, who had been under pressure after losing to Benjamin earlier in the season, struggled in the final stretch, allowing Benjamin to take the lead. The event took place in front of a packed Stade de France, highlighting the high stakes and anticipation surrounding the competition.