Another date with history
Spain goes to Paris with the eternal goal of surpassing the historic figure of 22 medals won in Barcelona 92 (13 gold, 7 silver and 2 bronze). There is optimism in the Spanish delegation, as shown by the words of the president of the Spanish Olympic Committee (COE), Alejandro Blanco, who first of all stressed the “challenge” of breaking the twenty medal barrier – unattainable since Athens 2004 -, and the ever-present challenge of Barcelona.
A goal that is more than achievable in the eyes of the most prestigious sports newspaper in the world. The Team He is confident that the Spanish delegation will stand on the podium 32 times, which would be an immense success. The experts' predictions raise the optimism of Spain, despite the fact that the spirits of the committee members are under control. The French newspaper predicts that nine Spanish athletes will sing the national anthem at the top of the ranking. Nine golds, to which would be added five silvers and eighteen bronzes. But what are the real medal chances for the Spaniards?
Athletics
Spain is looking forward to the start of the Olympic queen category par excellence with moderate optimism. The competitions will not start until August 1, but the delegation has high medal expectations for names such as María Pérez, Álvaro Martín and Paul McGrath in 20 kilometers march. As for triple jump, the options for Jordan Diaz and of course, Ana Peleteiro; while in the length there is the possibility to touch metal thanks to Fatima Diame. On the other hand, Quique Llopis (110 meters of fence), Mohammed Attaoui And Adrian Ben (800 meters), Thierry Ndikumwenayo (1,000 meters), Yulemnis Aguilar (spear) and Maria and Alvaro In the marching relays there are other athletes whose prizes are increasing.
Badminton
It is one of the sports where the Spanish medal is more than achievable. Carolina Marin repeats itself at the Olympics. For the battle of metal we have to wait until August 5, although the journey begins this Saturday.
Basketball
Mixed prediction for the Spaniards with the orange ball. There is a big chance that you will touch metal. On the one hand, the most feasible falls on the women's teamwhose match starts this Saturday, July 27. The same debut as his men's teammates, who start their journey against Australia in 2013 one of the most complicated groups in the tournamentso that your options are significantly limited.
On the other hand, a few days later the modality that debuted in Tokyo 2020 will start: the 3×3 basketballIn this category, which starts on July 30 and ends on August 5, Spain has high expectations for the women's teamwho has a great chance of adding a medal to the medal table.
Handball
This discipline started before the opening ceremony and, as in basketball, there are mixed predictions. While the men's team is among the favorites to win a medal in Paris, the women's team lives in a different reality; especially after its resounding defeat on debut against Brazil (29-18). The battle for metals will take place between August 10th and 11th.
Boxing
The noble art promises to bring joy to the Spanish delegation in Paris. After the opening day, on July 27, the first fights will begin, although the fight for the medals will begin on July 3 and end on August 10. Be very careful Rafa Lozano Jr., Ayoub Ghadfa, Reyes Pla and José Quiles.
Cycling
The first test with a real chance of a medal will follow on August 27. In cycling, Spanish Juan Ayuso He has many chances to get on the podium. Same options for August 3 and 4. Spain in turn hopes to leave on July 28 and 29 with a medal won David Valero in mountain mode. They need to be on the radar Sebastián Mora and the Torres-Mora couple in track cycling, which takes place between August 5 and 11.
To climb
Another sport that premiered in Tokyo and shook Spain's medal tally on its debut promises new joys in Paris. Alberto Gines He returns to the Olympics with the intention of extending his gold. He will do this from August 5, when a competition begins that will end on the 10th, in the hope of seeing Ginés at least on the podium.
Football
Recent successes in the men's and women's categories boost football's chances at Paris 2024. The European Championship for boys from Germanyadded to the 2023 World Cup in Australia and the Nations League, breathe optimistic air into the football field. We must pay close attention to Alexia Putellas, Athenea, Aitana Bonmatí and associates, who also started their match with a hard-working victory against the always complex Japan. The boys, in turn, suffered on their debut against a team from Uzbekistan that had the team of Santi Denia on the ropes.
Fitness center
In the artistic modality the name of Ray Zapatawith moderate options to brighten up the Spanish medal table. There are great options for metal on the field, the competition starts on July 27 and ends on August 5. The women's rhythmic gymnastics team raises expectations in its category, with chances to win a metal between August 8 and 10.
golf
Jon Rahm and Carlota Ciganda They make the Spanish delegation dream and increase the chance of medals. The golf event starts on August 1st in the men's category and ends on the 4th of the same month. A few days later, the women's golf will do so, between August 7th and 10th.
Hockey grass
As they say, it's one of the old reliable of Spain in some competitions. On August 27, the Spanish competition will start in the men's and women's categories, with great chances to win metal in the battle for medals scheduled for August 8 and 9.
Judo
From July 27 to August 3, the Spanish options will start in one of the categories with the most metal options. The Japanese martial art has several Spanish representatives with a chance to win a medal: Ariante Toro, Fran Garrigos, David García, Ai Tsunoda, Tristani Mosakhlishvili and Niko Sherazadishvili.
Swimming
With the permission of athletics, the queen of the Olympic world. Many modalities and categories that start on July 27 and end on August 4. The bets are placed on the top Unpleasant Hugo González and Emma Carrasco in swimming. Also in the artistic field there are great possibilities, especially in duos and teams, where Spain is among the favorites. Outside the pool, in the open water, the names of María de Valdés and Ángela Martínez (August 8 and 9 respectively).
Canoeing
As almost always, water promises Spain a lot of joy, besides swimming. In canoeing, one of the most productive sports in terms of Olympic medals, Spain still has many medal possibilities. Repeat Saul Craviottoa classic from this discipline who already has a place among the Gods of Olympus. Together with him names such as those of Maialen Chourraut, the standard bearer Marcus Cooper Walz, Paco Cubelos or Antía Jácome.
Rowing
Very serious medal options for Spain in another aquatic sport. Conde and García in M2x, Canalejo and García in M2-, Horta and Carracedo LM2x, and Briz and Cid in W2- are some of the names that will be mentioned with glory from July 27th.
taekwondo
On August 7, 8, 9 and 10, the main battle for medals in this modality will begin. Another martial art that usually brings joy to Spain and that promises to continue in the same way in Paris 2024 with Adriana Cerezo (49 kg), Adrián Vicente (58 kg), Cecilia Castro (67 kg) and Javier Pérez Polo (68 kg).
Tennis
Besides badminton, another racket sport promises joy at the Spanish medal table with a pair that hype in the Olympic Village. Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz (king and heir) will team up to compete for the medals in doubles. Apart from that, there are also high medal chances with the same names, such as in mixed doubles where the pair consists of Sorribes and Granollers.
Candle
Great competition for Spain. The delegation usually wins more than one metal in this discipline and in Paris it is no different. Xammar and Brugman in the 470 Mixed event; Bottin and Trittel in 49ers; and Pacheco and Barrio in Nacra promise to sell their skin dearly for the medal. For her part, the name of Gisela Pulido sounds strong for Kitesurf, while Pilar Lamadrid and Nacho Baltasar do so in the IQFoil category.
Water polo
Once again, the pole fuels Spain's hopes. From the same 27th of July, the men's and women's teams will start their adventure in Paris 2024, with great chances to hang the metal around their necks.
