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THE Paris Olympics are approaching and the world’s elite athletes will be competing once again for gold.
Here we take a look at the Eurosport presenters and pundits, who will report live from the Paris Olympics.
ReutersWho are the Eurosport presenters and pundits for Paris 2024 Olympics?
Eurosport and Discovery+ will provide live coverage of every moment of the Paris Olympics across all 19 days of competition.
The Paris Olympics kick off on Friday, July 26 and will last until Sunday, August 11, 2024
Below we get to know the Eurosport presenters and pundits who will cover the event.
Paris 2024 Olympics Presenters
Eurosport.Laura Woods
Laura Woods is a well-known sports presenter.
She has a diverse career in sports broadcasting, which includes roles at ITV, Amazon Prime Video, and TNT Sports.
Laura began her career at Sky Sports, where she worked her way up from behind-the-scenes roles to on-screen presenting.
During her time at Sky Sports, she hosted various shows, including Super Sunday, The Debate, and Sky Sports News.
Laura also worked as a presenter on TalkSPORT, where she hosted the breakfast show.
In addition to her role at Sky, she has worked with ITV on their football coverage and with Amazon Prime Video on Premier League broadcasts.
She has been recognized for her work in sports broadcasting, including being named the Sports Presenter of the Year at the British Sports Journalism Awards.
For the Paris 2024 Olympics, Laura will be a key presenter for Eurosport, hosting Bonsoir Paris, a nightly show that will highlight the major events and stories of the day.
She will also lead coverage of the opening ceremony alongside Craig Doyle live from Paris.
Orla Chennaoui
Orla Chennaoui is reporting for Eurosport since 2019Sportsfile - SubscriptionOrla Chennaoui is a sports journalist and presenter, primarily known for her work in cycling coverage.
She is originally from Northern Ireland and has a background in law and journalism.
Orla studied at Queen’s University Belfast and later completed a master’s degree in Journalism at Napier University in Edinburgh.
In 2005 she began her career at Sky Sports News, where she worked as a presenter and reporter.
During her time at Sky, she covered a wide range of sports and major events, such as the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta a España.
For the Paris 2024 Olympics, Orla will be part of Eurosport’s presenting team.
Craig Doyle
GettyCraig Doyle is an Irish television and radio presenter.
He was born on December 17, 1970, in Dublin, Ireland.
Craig studied sociology and history at St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth, and later he earned a diploma in broadcast journalism at the London College of Printing.
Craig started his broadcasting career with BBC, where he became a well-known face as a presenter on the show Holiday.
He also worked on BBC’s coverage of events like Wimbledon and the Olympics.
Later Craig moved to ITV, where he presented shows such as The Craig Doyle Show and This Morning.
He has been involved with BT Sport, presenting rugby coverage and the MotoGP.
For the Paris 2024 Olympics, Craig will be part of Eurosport’s presenting team.
Pundits
Adam Blythe
GettyAdam Blythe is a former professional cyclist, who competed in both road and track cycling disciplines.
He was born on October 1, 1989, in Sheffield, England.
He achieved victories in various races, including stage wins in the Tour of Britain and the Tour de Wallonie and represented Great Britain in international competitions.
Following his retirement from professional cycling, Adam transitioned into a punditry role.
He is currently a pundit for Eurosport’s cycling coverage.
Adam started the role during his final professional season in 2019, where he contributed part-time to the channel’s coverage of the Grand Tours.
Tom Daley
PATom Daley is a British diver.
He was born on May 21, 1994, in Plymouth, England.
Tom started diving at a young age and quickly rose to prominence as a talented athlete.
Throughout his career, Tom Daley has competed in numerous competitions, including the Olympic Games, where he has won multiple medals.
He made his Olympic debut at the age of 14 at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, becoming the youngest British male Olympian since 1960.
Apart from the Olympics, Tom Daley has also excelled in other major diving competitions, such as the FINA World Championships and the Commonwealth Games.
He has been open about his personal life, including coming out as gay in 2013, and has used his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and other social issues.
Tom is set to transition from Olympic diver to television pundit at the Paris Olympics.
Laura Robson
GettyLaura Robson is a British former professional tennis player.
She was born on January 21, 1994, in Melbourne, Australia, but represents Great Britain in international tennis.
Laura started playing tennis at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks as a junior player, winning the Wimbledon Girls’ Singles title in 2008 at the age of 14.
As a professional, Laura Robson competed on the WTA Tour, where she reached the fourth round of Wimbledon in 2013.
She also excelled in doubles, winning the mixed doubles silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics alongside Andy Murray.
Throughout her tennis career, Laura has faced challenges with injuries that have impacted her playing schedule and results.
On May 16, 2022, at the age of 28, she announced her retirement from tennis.
In July 2024, it was announced that Laura would join Eurosport as a tennis pundit for the Paris Olympics.
Shauna Coxsey
Getty Images - GettyShauna Coxsey is a British professional rock climber, who retired from the sport after the 2020 Olympics.
She was born on January 27, 1993, in Runcorn, England.
Throughout her career, Shauna has achieved numerous achievements in competitive climbing such as the IFSC Climbing World Championships and the European Championships.
Beyond her competitive achievements, she has been influential in promoting climbing as a sport and encouraging participation among women and youth.
Shauna has been an advocate for gender equality in climbing and has worked to inspire the next generation of climbers through coaching and mentorship.
She now works as a sport climbing pundit for the Paris Olympics.
Carl Frampton
GettyCarl Frampton is a retired professional boxer from Northern Ireland.
Born on February 21, 1987, in Belfast, Carl competed primarily in the super bantamweight and featherweight divisions during his career.
He held the WBO interim featherweight title at one point.
He retired from professional boxing in 2021 with a record of 28 wins, 3 losses, and 0 draws.
Since retiring, Frampton has occasionally provided boxing analysis and commentary as a pundit for various media outlets.
In July 2024 it was announced that he will join Eurosport’s pundit team for the Paris Olympics.
Stef Reid
PA:Press AssociationStef Reid is a track and field paralympian who competes for Canada and Great Britain.
Born on October 26, 1984, in New Zealand, Stef is known not only for her athletic achievements but also for her advocacy work for para-athletes and people with disabilities.
Stef has won numerous medals in major championships, including the Paralympic Games and the World Championships.
Since retiring as a full-time athlete in June 2022, she has become known as a reporter, guest, and presenter, lending her expertise and insights to a wide range of media outlets.
She showcased her culinary skills as a semi-finalist on Celebrity MasterChef in 2018 and displayed her talent on the ice as a quarter-finalist on the fourteenth series of Dancing on Ice.
Her involvement in sports commentary includes serving as a commentator for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games in 2020.
Stef will be joining the Eurosport team as a track and field pundit for the Paris Olympics.
Joanna Roswell
GettyJoanna Rowsell is a retired English cyclist on the Great Britain Cycling Team.
She was born on December 5, 1988, in London.
Joanna represented the Great Britain Cycling Team and earned notable success with gold medals in the women’s team pursuit at the 2012 London Olympics and the 2016 Rio Olympics.
In 2013 she was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her contributions to cycling.
Following her retirement in 2017, Joanna pursued higher education, studying human biology at Manchester Metropolitan University and subsequently entering medical school at St. George’s Hospital Medical School in 2020.
She is joining Eurosport as a pundit at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Ellie Simmonds
GettyEllie Simmonds is a British Paralympic swimmer.
Born on November 11, 1994, in Walsall, England, Ellie has competed in multiple Paralympic Games, specializing in swimming events.
She first gained international attention at the age of 13 during the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, where she won two gold medals in the 100m and 400m freestyle events.
Ellie continued her success at the 2012 London Paralympics, defending her titles in both events and adding another gold in the 200m individual medley.
On 2 September 2021, Simmonds announced her Paralympic retirement.
Since then, she has transitioned to presenting for BBC Sport and will be working as a pundit for Eurosport at the Paris Olympics.
Lizzie Simmonds
GettyLizzie Simmonds is a retired British competitive swimmer who specialized in backstroke events.
Born on January 22, 1991, in Beverley, England, Lizzie represented Great Britain in numerous international competitions, including the Olympic Games and World Championships.
She competed at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics, where she reached the final in the 200m backstroke.
After retiring from competitive swimming, Simmonds pursued a career in sports journalism and broadcasting.
Lizzie will be a pundit at the Paris Olympics for Eurosport.
Iwan Thomas
Getty - ContributorIwan Thomas is a former British sprinter.
He was born on January 5, 1974, in Farnborough, England and has represented Great Britain in various international athletics competitions.
Iwan achieved significant success during his career, winning gold in the 4×400 meters relay at the 1997 World Championships in Athens and silver in the same event at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
Since retiring from athletics, Thomas has been involved in various television presenting roles.
Iwan will be covering the Paris Olympics as a pundit for Eurosport.
Nile Wilson
GettyNile Wilson is a British artistic gymnast.
He was born on January 17, 1996, in Leeds, England.
Nile gained recognition for his performance at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where he won a bronze medal in the horizontal bar event.
He became the first British male gymnast to achieve an Olympic medal in that discipline.
Furthermore, Nile has also won medals at the European Championships and Commonwealth Games.
Beyond his competitive career, he is active on social media and YouTube, where he shares insights into his training routines, gymnastic skills, and lifestyle.
Nile announced his retirement from competitive gymnastics due to injuries and mental health concerns in January 2021.
In July 2024, it was announced that he would join Eurosport as a pundit for the Paris Olympics.
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