Light the torch and cue that iconic Olympics theme song — we’re ready for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics happening Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11.
At this summer’s Olympic Games, approximately 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees will compete across 32 sports — including some new ones. Since we’re all about keeping it local, we’ve rounded up nine Paris 2024 Olympians with ties to Tampa Bay that you should keep your eye on. Let the Games begin.
- Danielle Collins, Tennis
The Burg-born tennis phenom just returned from Wimbledon, only to head right back to the international stage to try for an Olympic win in her final year on the WTA Tour. - Bobby Finke, Swimming
The two-time Olympic medalist — and Clearwater native — will take to the Parisian water in hopes of claiming his third piece of hardware. - Austin Krajicek, Tennis
The Brandon native and IMG Academy alum is headed to France for his second Olympics appearance. This time, he’s hoping to come home with something shiny. - Nelly Korda, Golf
It’s no surprise with all of our gleaming local courses that we have the world’s No. 1 ranked women’s golfer in our midst. The Bradenton-born golfer took home the gold in Tokyo and is hoping to pick up another medal for her collection.
- Erriyon Knighton, Running
Did you know Tampa’s own Erriyon Knighton beat Usain Bolt’s record in the world U-20 in the 200-meter? Now, the track star takes the world stage for his second Olympics. - Felicia Stancil, BMX
The pro BMX racer + Tampa resident is headed to her second Olympic Games. Stancil is amply prepared, with 14 UCI World Titles under her spandex belt. - Parker Valby, Running
The 21-year-old TBAY native is taking her talents to Paris, setting her sights on the gold in the 10,000m race. - Noah Lyons, Sailing
This will be the first Olympic appearance for the Clearwater resident. Lyons will take to the French Riviera’s seas in the iQFOiL windsurfing competition for the US. - Dania Vizzi, Shooting
This will also be the first Olympics for Vizzi, who was raised in Odessa. The 29-year-old will go for the gold in the Women’s skeet competition.
Wondering how to tune in? This year, the games will be broadcast on NBC and streamed via Peacock.
