2024 Paris Olympic Games end Aug. 11
PARIS (WISH) — As the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics head into their final weekend, the Games have given displays of athleticism and memorable moments. Audiences around the world have been introduced to a diverse group of athletes, each with unique stories and backgrounds that have captured global attention.
WISH-TV contributor Bibi Heredia joined News 8 to talk about some some of the remarkable stories, with a focus on Latino representation at this year’s Games.
Heredia highlighted the standout performances of Latino athletes at the Paris Olympics, including 20-year-old Alyssa Mendoza, the first-ever Idaho boxer to qualify for the Olympics, and the youngest member of USA Boxing to compete in Paris.
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