The Paris 2024 Olympics created memories through exceptional displays of talent and motivated athletes. The Paris 2024 Olympic athletes continue to progress in 2025 through exceptional achievements like winning records and taking on leadership positions while making their legacies stand out. We can see how Paris 2024 Olympic stars achieved success in 2025.
Olivia Reeves (USA, Weightlifting)
During her 21st year Olivia Reeves became the first US weightlifter to win global and Olympic gold medals in the 71kg category since 1958. In 2025 Bahrain she solidified her weightlifting status when she totalled 267kg at the World Championships.
Mondo Duplantis (Sweden, Pole Vault)
In 2025 Mondo Duplantis of Sweden accomplished another world record vault by clearing 6.27 meters for the 11th time. He earned the highest sports professional honor by winning the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award and placed himself among legendary athletes Usain Bolt and Lionel Messi.
Faith Kipyegon (Kenya, Middle-Distance Running)
Double Olympic gold medalist Faith Kipyegon tries her hardest to conquer the four minute mile barrier. Collaborating with Nike’s Breaking4 initiative, she attempts to be the first woman to finish under four minutes and train herself for an attempt to Stade Charlety in Paris.
Azizulhasni Awang (Malaysia, Track Cycling)
Malaysian cyclist Azizulhasni Awang is making a determined comeback following his keirin disqualification at Paris 2024. With his eyes now set on the 2026 Asian Games, he is channeling his energy into regaining peak form and competing at the highest level at age 37.
A’ja Wilson (USA, Basketball)
During Paris 2024 A’ja Wilson stood out in the competition before taking over the WNBA league. During the 2025 season she achieved 26.9 points per game along with 11.9 rebounds to become the first basketball player to reach 1000 points in one regular season. Wilson continues to position herself among the key candidates for the MVP award during her eighth WNBA season regarding high levels of consistency and leadership qualities.
Jimmer Fredette (USA, 3×3 Basketball)
After representing Team USA in 3×3 basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Jimmer Fredette took on the role of managing director for the men’s 3×3 basketball program. The main objective of his leadership is to establish a competitive squad that will win gold during the home Olympics in 2028 Los Angeles.
Looking Ahead to Los Angeles 2028
Multiple Paris 2024 stars have established their goals for obtaining future glory while planning for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Athletes Sky Brown and Leon Marchand lead the group of athletes expected to perform again as they reengage in their Olympic competitions.
