Archery: Kim wins men's individual gold...by three millimetres!
Highlights:
- Thrilling Final: Kim Woojin secures the gold in a nail-biting finish.- Dramatic Shoot-Off: Both archers hit perfect scores, but Kim edges out Ellison by a mere 3 millimeters.- Historic Achievement: Kim becomes the first archer to win five gold medals at the Paris 2024 Games.- Ellison's Silver: Despite a close contest, Ellison takes silver, coming close to his first gold.
In one of the most exhilarating archery finals ever witnessed, Kim Woojin of South Korea clinched the gold medal in a dramatic shoot-off that left the crowd in awe. Here’s a breakdown of this thrilling final:
The Final Battle
- Set Lead: American archer Brady Ellison initially led with a 4-2 set point advantage.
- Kim's Comeback: Kim Woojin battled back to level the score, setting up a decisive fifth set.
Shoot-Off Drama
- Perfect Scores: Both archers hit three consecutive 10s in the final set, pushing the match to a shoot-off.
- The Decisive Moment: Each archer had one arrow to determine the winner. Kim shot first, hitting a 10, though slightly off-center. Ellison followed with a 10 that was just 3 millimeters further from the center than Kim's shot.
Historic Victory
- Kim's Triumph: Kim Woojin's precise shot secured his third gold medal of the Paris 2024 Games and made him the first archer to win five gold medals in Olympic history.
- Ellison's Close Call: Brady Ellison, despite his impressive performance, had to settle for silver. This close result adds to his collection of two bronze and two silver medals from previous Games.
Celebration and Sportsmanship
- Joint Celebration: The final saw both archers celebrate together in front of a jubilant crowd, highlighting the sportsmanship and camaraderie in archery.
Medal Standings:
- Gold: Kim Woojin (KOR)
- Silver: Brady Ellison (USA)
- Bronze: Lee Wooseok (KOR)