The men’s street skateboarding event is set to make a thrilling return at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Saturday, July 27. The event will take place at the iconic Place de la Concorde, where thousands of fans will gather to watch 22 of the best street skaters showcase their skills.
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Tokyo 2020 Medallists and New Contenders
Defending champion Yuto Horigome will lead the field, joined by a host of the sport’s biggest stars, including USA’s Nyjah Huston and France’s own Aurélien Giraud. These athletes will compete for the coveted Olympic gold, making the competition intense and highly anticipated.
Stars to Watch at Paris 2024 Olympics
Yuto Horigome and the Japanese Trio
One of the significant narratives since skateboarding’s debut at Tokyo 2020 has been the rapid progression and turnover of talent. Despite this, the men’s street event has retained many of its top competitors. Yuto Horigome, the defending champion, had a challenging path to qualify, needing a first-place finish at the final Olympic Qualifier. Joining him are fellow Olympians Shirai Sora, now a world champion, and 14-year-old sensation Onodera Ginwoo. The Japanese trio, ranked as the top three street skaters, are strong contenders for a podium sweep.
Team USA’s Strong Lineup
Team USA boasts a formidable lineup with Nyjah Huston, bronze medallist Jagger Eaton, and Chris Joslin. Eaton, the only US street skater to medal in Tokyo, aims to improve on his previous performance. The competition to qualify for Paris was fierce, and Eaton narrowly missed qualifying in both park and street disciplines at the final Olympic Qualifier.
France’s Hometown Hero: Aurélien Giraud
Aurélien Giraud, competing on home soil, is expected to be a crowd favorite. Giraud has shown remarkable performances on the road to Paris 2024, including becoming France’s first-ever world champion in the street discipline. Competing in front of an Olympic crowd will be a new experience for many skaters, and Giraud’s ability to perform under pressure will be closely watched.
Men’s Street Skateboarding Schedule at Paris 2024
All times are local (UTC+2).
Saturday, July 27
- Men’s Street Prelims: 15:30
- Men’s Street Final: 20:30
How to Watch Live
Fans worldwide can catch the live action of the men’s street skateboarding event through various broadcasting networks and streaming platforms. Check your local listings for specific channels and streaming options.
The Paris 2024 men’s street skateboarding event promises to be an exciting showcase of talent, skill, and competition as the best skaters in the world vie for Olympic glory.
