Turkish archery star Gazoz included in top 100 athletes for Paris 2024

The Paris 2024 Olympics eagerly await the performance of Turkish archer Mete Gazoz, recently named by NBC Olympics as one of the top 100 athletes to watch at this summer's Games.

The 24-year-old archer has already established himself as a luminary in the sport, having captured the world's attention with his precision and skill.

The Turkish Archery Federation celebrates his significant contributions and role as a national icon. "Mete Gazoz, with his achievements, is the pride of the Turkish sports community," a spokesperson from the Federation expressed.

At the Tokyo Olympics, Gazoz made history by becoming the first Turkish archer to win individual gold at just 21. Now 24, he is heading to Paris as the favorite to reclaim his title, fresh off a strong performance in 2023.

He secured another individual gold at the World Archery Championships and was named Best Men's Recurve Archer of the Year for the third time by the World Archery Federation. This series of accomplishments demonstrates his talent and his readiness to compete at the highest levels again.

The Paris Olympics, scheduled from July 26 to Aug. 11, represent a significant opportunity for Gazoz to further his legacy. As the Games draw nearer, anticipation builds around athletes like him, blending excitement with the pressures inherent in Olympic competition.

Source: Newsroom