Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Hannah Scott Receives Hero's Welcome in Coleraine After Olympic Gold Victory

Scott, Northern Ireland's first female Olympic gold medallist in 50 years, celebrated her Paris 2024 triumph with a homecoming parade.

  • Scott won gold in the women's quadruple sculls at the Paris 2024 Olympics with Team GB.
  • She is the second woman from Northern Ireland to win Olympic gold, following Lady Mary Peters in 1972.
  • Scott's victory is part of a record summer for Northern Ireland, with three other athletes also winning gold.
  • The homecoming parade included a visit to Bann Rowing Club and a reception at Coleraine Town Hall.
  • Scott expressed gratitude for the support from her community and hinted at potential participation in the 2028 Olympics.
Hero image