One-Third of Team GB Olympians Privately Educated, New Analysis Reveals

The proportion of privately educated British athletes at the Paris Olympics has increased from Rio 2016, highlighting disparities in access to elite sports training.

• 33% of Team GB athletes for Paris 2024 attended private secondary schools, up from 24% in 2016.
• Only 7% of the UK population is privately educated, showcasing a significant imbalance.
• Certain sports, like rowing and hockey, have higher proportions of privately educated athletes.
• Private schools offer extensive facilities and support, identifying and nurturing talent from an early age.
• Athletes from all-girls schools are disproportionately represented among Team GB sportswomen.

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