Netherlands Sweeps Olympic Field Hockey Golds

The Netherlands achieved a historic sweep in Olympic field hockey by securing gold medals in both the men's and women's tournaments at the Paris Games. The men's team defeated Germany 3-1 in a shootout, marking their first Olympic gold since 2000, while the women's team triumphed over China 2-1 in an equally tense shootout. Dutch goalkeeper Pirmin Blaak was instrumental in the men's final, saving three of Germany's attempts during the shootout. The women's victory made the Netherlands the first country to win both titles since the women's event was introduced in 1980. This victory reflects a strong comeback for the Dutch teams after disappointing performances in previous Olympics. The festive atmosphere at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium, filled with orange-clad fans, underscored the significance of these victories for Dutch hockey.