As 2024 unfolds, we’re witnessing an extraordinary year in the world of sports. From record-shattering performances to historic victories, this year has already seen some of the most talented athletes on the planet push the boundaries of human excellence. Allsportspk celebrate the most remarkable achievements of 2024, featuring a diverse range of sports and athletes who have inspired and captivated us throughout the year.
Athletics
Arshad Nadeem (Pakistan): Won gold in javelin throw with a season-best throw of 88.55m at the Asian Games on October 4, 2024, in Hangzhou, China.
Neeraj Chopra (India): Set a javelin throw world record of 90.50m at the Asian Games on October 4, 2024, in Hangzhou, China.
- Eliud Kipchoge (Kenya): Broke the marathon world record with a time of 2:00:35 at the Berlin Marathon on September 29, 2024, in Berlin, Germany.
Swimming
- Katie Ledecky (USA): Won her 10th individual gold at the World Swimming Championships on July 25, 2024, in Doha, Qatar.
Gymnastics
- Simone Biles (USA): Secured her 7th all-around gymnastics world title at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships on October 6, 2024, in Antwerp, Belgium.
Cycling
- Tadej Pogačar (Slovenia): Clinched a historic 3rd Tour de France victory on July 23, 2024, in Paris, France.
Chess
- Magnus Carlsen (Norway): Retained World Rapid Chess Championship with 11.5/13 points on December 20, 2024, in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Ice Hockey
- Igor Shesterkin (Russia): Set an NHL record with 4 consecutive shutouts in Stanley Cup playoffs on May 15, 2024, in the USA and Canada.
Pole Vault
- Armand Duplantis (Sweden): Cleared 6.23m, breaking his own pole vault world record at the Diamond League Final on September 17, 2024, in Eugene, USA.
Tennis
- Novak Djokovic (Serbia): Won a record 25th Grand Slam singles title at the US Open Tennis on September 8, 2024, in New York, USA.
