Australia's Triumph in Paris: A Springboard for Brisbane 2032

Chef de Mission Anna Meares praised Australia's record-breaking performance at the Paris Olympics. With 18 gold medals, Australia's team has set its highest tally ever. Meares emphasized the importance of investing in sports for a strong showing in Los Angeles 2028, setting the stage for the Brisbane 2032 Games.

Chef de Mission Anna Meares praised Australia's record-breaking performance at the Paris Olympics on Saturday, expressing hope that their success would inspire athletes for the Brisbane 2032 Games.

Australia secured 18 gold medals, their highest tally, along with 16 silvers and 14 bronzes. They are just two podium finishes away from matching their total medal record of 50, set in Athens in 2004.

Meares, emotional at her final press conference, impressed upon her team the significance of their achievements and the importance of preparing for future Games. She highlighted how performing at home in 2032 could inspire Australian athletes, similar to how French athletes excelled on home soil in Paris.

(With inputs from agencies.)