Aleksandra Miroslaw of Poland made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by winning the gold medal in women’s speed climbing, a momentous achievement for both her and the sport. The final, held in Le Bourget, France, was a close race where Miroslaw clinched the gold by just 0.08 seconds over China's Deng Lijuan.

Miroslaw's path to the podium was paved with record-breaking performances. During the qualification rounds, she shattered her own world record twice, with the fastest climb of 6.06 seconds. In the final, she completed the climb in 6.10 seconds, just ahead of Deng's 6.18 seconds. Aleksandra Kalucka, Miroslaw’s compatriot, secured the bronze medal, highlighting Poland’s dominance in the event.

This victory marked Miroslaw's first Olympic medal, following a near-podium finish at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Her win is not only significant for her personal career but also a milestone for speed climbing, which made its Olympic debut in Tokyo and has now evolved to include separate medals for speed and combined events.

Miroslaw expressed her joy at the achievement, emphasizing the importance of staying focused on her performance without being distracted by her competitors. Her strategy and dedication have clearly paid off, solidifying her status as a leading figure in the sport.