Partnering with Noah Williams, Daley’s impressive performance in the 10m platform competition scored them 463.44 points.
Tom Daley Secures Silver in Paris 2024
UK diver and LGBTQI+ activist, Tom Daley, has won his fifth Olympic medal, earning the silver in synchronised diving at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Teaming up with his diving partner Noah Williams, Daley showcased an impressive performance in the 10m platform competition, Star Observer reports. .
A Close Competition
Daley and Williams scored a commendable 463.44 points, narrowly missing the gold to China’s Lian Junjie and Yang Hao, who secured the top spot with 490.35 points. Despite the tight competition, the duo managed to outperform Canada’s Rylan Wiens and Nathan Zsombor-Murray, who took the bronze with 422.13 points. China’s Lian and Yang have dominated the event, winning the last three world championships.
A Milestone for Daley and Williams
This silver medal marks an important milestone in Tom Daley’s illustrious career, adding to his previous successes: a bronze in London 2012, a bronze in Rio 2016, and a gold and bronze in Tokyo 2020. For Noah Williams, this achievement represents his first-ever Olympic medal, highlighting the promising future ahead for the young diver as he steps onto a prominent stage.
Achievements and Advocacy
Beyond his remarkable sports achievements, Tom Daley is also celebrated for his advocacy within the LGBTQI+ community, making significant strides both in and out of the pool. As Daley continues to inspire with his talent and activism, his latest silver medal reinforces his position as a role model and a champion beyond just his sport.
