European nations shined in the artistic swimming duet competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with Great Britain and the Netherlands claiming silver and bronze, respectively. The duo of Kate Shortman and Isabelle Thorpe from Great Britain made a remarkable comeback with their “Rising Phoenix” routine, securing their country’s first-ever Olympic medal. The Dutch twins, Bregje and Noortje de Brouwer, performed solidly with their “Van Gogh” choreography, earning the Netherlands their first Olympic medal in artistic swimming.
The Chinese twins, Wang Liuyi and Wang Qianyi, clinched their second gold medal of the Games, while the Austrian sisters, Anna-Maria and Eirini-Marina Alexandri, faced a tough competition and finished in fourth place. Ukraine’s Aleksiiva twins and Greece’s Malkogeorgou and Platanioti also put on strong performances, landing in the top eight of the event.
Spain’s Ozhogina and Tio Casas showcased a new free choreography inspired by the Sagrada Familia, earning them a seventh-place finish. Israel’s Bobritsky and Nassee achieved their country’s best result in artistic swimming at the Olympics, while France’s Bayandina and Lunel made their Olympic debut with enthusiastic support from the crowd.
Unfortunately, Italy had to withdraw from the event due to illness, highlighting the challenges faced by athletes in high-stakes competitions. Despite the ups and downs, the duet event showcased the talent and dedication of synchronized swimmers from around the world, making it a memorable competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
