2024 Paris Olympics Showcase Athletes from 11 to 65
The wide age range highlights the diverse capabilities and competitive spirit across generations.
- The youngest competitor is 11-year-old Chinese skateboarder Zheng Haohao.
- The oldest athlete, 65-year-old Juan Antonio Jiménez, competes in equestrian for Spain.
- Most Olympians are in their 20s, but performance peaks vary by sport.
- Endurance athletes often peak in their late 20s to 30s, while sprinters peak around 23.
- Experience benefits older athletes in skill-based sports like shooting and equestrian.