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Jamaica Emerges as Field-Event Powerhouse with Historic Olympic Discus Gold

Roje Stona's record-breaking throw leads Jamaica to unprecedented success in field events at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

  • Roje Stona wins Jamaica's first-ever Olympic gold in discus with a 70-meter throw.
  • Jamaica secures four medals in field events, surpassing its historical total of two.
  • Stona's victory follows silver medals in men's long jump and women's triple jump, and a bronze in men's shot put.
  • American shot put champion Ryan Crouser played a crucial role as Stona's coach.
  • Stona considers a future in the NFL after attending minicamps with the Packers and Saints.
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