Hear the expert’s reasoning in the player above.
The qualifying limit was set at 66.00 meters – but Daniel Ståhl’s throw, which measured 65.16, was enough for the final.
Olympics in Paris 2024
Tonight, at 8:25 p.m., it’s time for the decision, where the Swede will try to defend his gold from Tokyo 2021.
– He has been stable around 65 meters, but he has not risen to the level to compete for medals, says expert Christian Olsson.
In addition to an Olympic gold, Ståhl has previously won WC silver and double WC gold, among other things.