Kellie Harrington Strikes Gold Again at Paris 2024

In an exciting showdown at Paris 2024, Kellie Harrington has once again proven her mettle by clinching the gold medal in the women’s -60kg boxing category. The final took place on August 6, and it was an electric atmosphere with fans cheering loud for their champion.

This marks a memorable repeat victory for Harrington, who successfully defended the gold medal she won in the previous Olympics. After the match, she expressed her disbelief at achieving this momentous feat, thanking her coaches, family, and friends for their unwavering support.

Harrington stepped into the ring with confidence, facing off against Yang Wenlu from the People's Republic of China. The match began on a strong note with Harrington landing a few initial jabs, and it was clear from the start that she was in it to win it.

Yang didn’t back down easily though, countering with some powerful punches of her own. However, by the third round, it became evident that Harrington was gaining the upper hand, controlling the match both physically and mentally.

When the judges announced the final decision, Harrington’s name was called out, and the crowd erupted in applause. Overjoyed, she danced in the ring, celebrating what she thought might be an impossible dream just months before.

“When you believe, you can achieve,” Harrington remarked, encouraging everyone to never give up, no matter how many times they face setbacks. She made it clear that this would be her last boxing match, stating she wants to retire as a champion.

Harrington ended the fight with a 4-1 split decision victory over Yang, who earned a well-deserved silver medal. The bronze medals went to Wu Shih Yi of Chinese Taipei and Beatriz Iasmin Soares Ferreira from Brazil. This gold win adds to Ireland’s impressive tally at the games, marking the country’s fourth gold medal of the event.