While the Olympic flame still flickers over Paris, CGTN reporter Dan Williams takes us behind the scenes with standout athletes who captured hearts at the 2024 Games. From underdog triumphs to tearjerker moments 🥺, these interviews reveal what it really takes to compete on the world’s biggest stage.
⚡ Lightning-Fast Feats & Golden Truths
'You don’t become an Olympian by accident,' shared swimmer Lila Cortez, who clinched gold after battling a career-threatening injury. Her comeback story—complete with late-night ice baths 🧊 and Taylor Swift pump-up playlists—had our team reaching for tissues.
🌍 Unity Beyond Borders
Table tennis prodigy Rajiv Mehta described bonding with rivals over croissants 🥐 near the Seine: 'We’re competitors for 20 minutes, then friends for life.' Meanwhile, gymnast Sofia Kim revealed how K-dramas helped her unwind between events (yes, we’re adding her watchlist to our notes 📝).
💡 Wisdom for the Next Gen
Veteran archer Amir Hassan summed it up best: 'The target isn’t just the bullseye—it’s the version of yourself you’re trying to hit.' Mic drop moment? Absolutely.
