Cuban athletes Leyanis Pérez and Liadagmis Povea failed to make it to the podium in the women's triple jump final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The athletes from Pinar del Río made it into the top eight after three rounds, but fell short of medal positions, which the specialized portal Swing Completo described as "a flop."
Dominican athlete Thea Lafond clinched the gold with a jump of 15.02 meters, while Jamaican Shanieka Ricketts secured the silver with a jump of 14.87 meters. American Jasmine Moore took home the bronze with a leap of 14.67 meters. Pérez finished in fourth place with a jump of 14.62 meters, and Povea came in sixth with a distance of 14.39 meters, just behind Spanish athlete Ana Peleteiro who jumped 14.55 meters.
On Friday, Leyanis Pérez Hernández secured her spot in the final with a jump of 14.68 meters, positioning herself as a favorite for the gold. Liadagmis Povea also impressed with a jump identical to her final performance of 14.39 meters.
The overall performance of Cuba in the Paris 2024 Olympics has been considered the worst in recent decades. Many of its boxers, who were seen as the country's best hope for climbing the medal table, were eliminated early in the tournament.
Performance of Cuban Athletes in Paris 2024 Olympics
Given the disappointing results for Cuban athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics, here are some frequently asked questions and their answers:
What was the best result for Cuban athletes in the women's triple jump at Paris 2024?
The best result was by Leyanis Pérez, who finished fourth with a jump of 14.62 meters.
Who won the women's triple jump at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Dominican athlete Thea Lafond won the gold medal with a jump of 15.02 meters.
How did Cuban boxers perform at the Paris 2024 Olympics?
Cuban boxers, who were considered strong contenders, were eliminated early in the tournament, contributing to Cuba's overall disappointing performance.