New Zealand will compete in an unprecedented 23 sports at the 2024 Olympic Games, including debut appearances in kiteboarding and speed climbing.
The team comprises 98 males and 97 females.
Auckland has produced the largest number of athletes, with other regions like Canterbury, Wellington, Waikato, and Bay of Plenty also contributing significantly.
The youngest athlete, footballer Milly Clegg, is 18, while the oldest, equestrian Tim Price, is 45. Notably, 101 athletes will be attending their first Olympic Games, while seasoned Olympians like Luuka Jones, Ali Riley, and Emma Twigg are set for their fifth Games.
Chef de Mission Nigel Avery was optimistic and excited about the team’s preparations and the readiness of Paris to host the Games. Avery told state media a lot of hard work went on behind the scenes to ensure athletes have a high-performance environment, including gym equipment, ice baths, and other essentials.
The canoe slalom team will be the first to arrive in the Olympic Village on July 18, followed by the men’s rugby sevens and football teams who will kick off New Zealand’s competition on July 24. The majority of athletes are already in Europe, gearing up for the world’s biggest sporting event and ready to represent New Zealand on the global stage.
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Well, good luck kiwis !!