2024 Paris Olympics Smashing Gender Boundaries, Featuring Unified Time Route for Both Genders

Cycling has been a prominent event of the Summer Olympics. As the years have passed, it has grown in popularity and has become an integral part of the Olympic world. Alongside athletics, artistic gymnastics, fencing, and swimming, cycling competitions have captivated audiences and showcased the incredible talent and endurance of athletes.

Now, as we eagerly anticipate the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, the French capital and athletes are fully prepared for this historical event. But this is not the only thing that is making the headlines. On 4th July 2023, amidst the electrifying atmosphere of Stage 4 of the Tour de France, Tony Estanguet, the President of the 2024 Olympics, made an exciting announcement. He revealed that both the genders participating in cycling next year will be sharing the same trial route.

Paris being first to break gender barriers 

Cycling was included in the Olympic Games in 1896. Women were allowed to take part in road events for the first time in 1984, almost a century later. However, breaking away for the first time since 1896, this upcoming 2024 Olympics for the first time will be unforgettable for the Cycling community. A total of 35 men and 35 women riders will be presented with the same course and the same distance. 

According to the AP News, On Saturday 27 July 2024, the athletes set off one by one from the Esplanade des Invalides for 32.4km of virtually incline-free terrain. This update by the president marks a perfect blend of spectacle, challenge, and inclusivity. The unveiling of these routes signifies a progressive step towards gender equality in sports.

This is how the Cycling schedule looks like

Mark your calendars for the exhilarating road cycling events at Paris 2024! On Saturday, July 27, the day kicks off with the Women’s individual time trial from 14:30 to 16:00, followed by the Men’s individual time trial from 16:30 to 18:00. The excitement continues on Saturday, by the men’s and women’s road races. This doesn’t end here. The action begins at the iconic Esplanade des Invalides, where riders will embark on a thrilling journey through the picturesque streets of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the historic Bastille. They’ll then traverse the scenic Vincennes woods before crossing the finish line at the breathtaking Alexandre III bridge.

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On August 3, the men’s road race will unfold, covering a challenging 273-kilometer route. The women’s road race takes place on August 4, with a dynamic 158-kilometre course. Both races commence and culminate at the renowned Trocadéro site, offering a magnificent backdrop of the Eiffel Tower. 

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