Torri Huske, Chris Guilliano, and Lee Kiefer Clinch USA’s First Three Gold Medals in Opening Week of Paris Olympics 2024

OLYMPICS 2024 Cruxbuzz Staff

Torri Huske narrowly missed the podium in the 100m butterfly at the Tokyo Olympics, finishing fourth by just 0.01 seconds.

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Three years later, Huske's determination led her to a powerful comeback, placing third at the 50-meter mark in the same event at Paris 2024.

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The race was a nail-biter, with Huske trailing her American teammate, Gretchen Walsh, by only 0.21 seconds.

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Chris Guilliano, a recent graduate, stunned the world by winning his first Olympic gold in the 4x100m freestyle relay.

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Guilliano’s victory was even more remarkable as he’s set to begin his senior year at the University of Notre Dame.

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The relay team, featuring stars like Jack Alexy, Caeleb Dressel, and Hunter Armstrong, dominated the competition.

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Lee Kiefer, a seasoned Olympian and mental health advocate, claimed gold in women’s foil with a decisive 15-6 win.

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Kiefer’s victory came against her fellow American, Lauren Scruggs, showcasing her experience and skill.

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These triumphs mark a historic start for Team USA, capturing three gold medals in the first week of Paris 2024.

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