Flash Update: Individual Medals Decided in Paris, Michael Jung Makes History (Again)

The Paris individual podium. Photo by Tilly Berendt.

The eventing competition at the Paris Olympics has officially concluded, and our individual medalists have been decided — with a side of history.

Securing a first-ever third Olympic gold medal is Germany’s Michael Jung, who also set a record for best Olympic finishing score by setting down a 21.8 with Chipmunk FRH.

Chris Burton and Shadow Man. Photo by Tilly Berendt.

Second and silver on the podium is Australia’s Chris Burton, who made a (somewhat temporary) return to eventing this season with former Ben Hobday ride Shadow Man and finished on a 22.4 to earn his second Olympic medal and first individual medal.

In bronze position and adding to her team gold for Great Britain is Laura Collett, who piloted London 52 to a finishing score of 23.1.

For those following the North American teams, the U.S. finished in seventh overall with a team score of 133.7. Boyd Martin and Fedarman B were the top-placed pair for the USA, finishing in 10th on a score of 32.1.

Canada finished in 11th as a nation on a cumulative score of 174.0, with Karl Slezak and Hot Bobo the top-placed in 32nd individually on a score of 52.6.

We’re working on our final report as we speak, but to help you stay on top of the action we wanted to provide this quick update. Please check back later this evening for our in-depth final report, including analysis of both the individual and team placings.

Helpful Links:

Great Britain Clinches Second Consecutive Gold Medal in Paris

Team Show Jumping Companion Guide

Individual Show Jumping Companion Guide

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