Olympic GOLD & Messi MAGIC! ?✨ Paris 2024 Review!

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for The World's View of Sports! ??️ In this episode, we're diving into the unforgettable moments from the European summer, including a full review of the Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics!

Join our global hosts as they relive the drama, emotion, and spectacular performances that defined the games! ? We cover:

The incredible opening ceremony on the River Seine and the French-inspired venues.

An exclusive interview with three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas, who shares her experience and what's next for her.

The inspiring story of Paralympic silver medalist Ali Truwit, a shark attack survivor who found healing through swimming.

The triumph of Leon Marchand in the pool and the unforgettable return of Simone Biles!

We also get into the football fever of the summer, recapping Argentina's Copa America victory and Spain's win at Euro 2024, which saw Lamine Yamal break records! ⚽

This episode is packed with expert analysis and passionate insights you won't hear anywhere else! ?

Chapters for Easy Navigation:

00:00 - Introduction & Paris 2024 Games
04:37 - Todd's Team USA Jacket & Opening Ceremony
08:11 - The Opening Ceremony: A French Masterpiece
09:36 - Has Paris Set the Bar Too High for LA 2028?
12:01 - Medal Table: USA vs. China & Japan
12:44 - Olympic Highlights: Simone Biles & Teddy Riner
14:47 - Leon Marchand's Dominance in the Pool
16:24 - Skateboarding Gold & The Eiffel Tower
17:53 - Interview: Olympic Gold Medalist Gabby Thomas
21:55 - Paralympic Games & Ali Truwit's Story
27:16 - Interview: Shark Attack Survivor Ali Truwit
31:36 - Ali's Invite from Tom Cruise
36:32 - Copa America & Messi Mania
41:14 - Euro 2024: Spain's Dominance
43:43 - The Euros' Appeal in Asia
45:10 - Record-Breaker Lamine Yamal
46:11 - F1: Lewis Hamilton's Silverstone Win
47:16 - Tour de France & Mark Cavendish's Farewell
49:04 - Outro & Thanks