Paris Olympics: world stars and record breakers among the ones to watch for at LA 2028
- With anticipation already building as the Olympics move Stateside in four years’ time, we take a look at which stars to keep an eye on
As the dust settles on the Paris Olympics, eyes turn towards Los Angeles in 2028, when a new chapter in Olympic history will be written.
The anticipation is already building around a select group of extraordinary athletes who are poised to make waves at the Games. From seasoned champions to rising stars, these five athletes have the potential to leave an indelible mark on the world stage.
Here’s why they’re worth keeping on your radar as we gear up for LA 2028.
Katie Ledecky – Swimming
At 27, American swimming legend Katie Ledecky had etched her name in the annals of Olympic history by becoming the second woman ever to win nine gold medals.
In Paris, she triumphed in her signature events, the 800-metre and 1,500-metre freestyle, events in which she still holds the world and Olympic records.
Tied with Soviet-era gymnast Larisa Latynina for the most Olympic titles by a female athlete, Ledecky’s quest to surpass this record in the LA Olympics can be expected. Her determination and passion leave the door open about competing in Los Angeles.
“I’d love to, but it’s not easy,” Ledecky shared. “I’ll take it year by year and give it everything I’ve got for as long as I have left in me.”
