Paris Olympics 2024: Who is Katie Moon's husband? Time, date, and how to stream women's pole vault finale
PARIS, FRANCE: At the Paris 2024 Olympics, pole vaulting is set to be a highlight, with the extraordinary talent of Katie Moon taking center stage. The reigning world and Olympic champion, Moon made headlines by sharing gold with Australia’s Nina Kennedy at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest.
Their thrilling contest, where both athletes battled to clear 4.95 meters, highlighted the fierce competition and high stakes of the sport. Despite the challenges, Moon’s remarkable skills and relentless determination have solidified her position as a leading figure in pole vaulting.
Her journey to Paris is a testament not only to her incredible athletic prowess but also to her unwavering commitment to her craft. With the Paris Games on the horizon, all eyes will be on Moon as she strives to elevate her performance and cement her legacy as one of the greatest in her discipline.
Who is Katie Moon's husband?
Katie Moon is happily married to Hugo Moon, an accomplished athlete and rowing coach. Katie and Hugo have been married for two years. They first met in Pullman, Washington, in 2018, and their relationship flourished from there.
They exchanged vows on December 31, 2022, celebrating their union with a joyous New Year's Eve wedding. Their commitment to each other remains strong, with Hugo officially joining Katie's family after a memorable Thanksgiving gathering.
A former college rower, Hugo now serves as the head coach and director of rowing at Gainesville Area Rowing Inc. Originally from England, he brings a wealth of experience and an impressive rowing background to his role.
Excelling as a cox, Hugo competed with Bedford School’s IV8 during his junior and senior years. His passion for rowing led him to Cox Star Club, where he guided them to the Thames Cup final at Henley Royal Regatta and secured the Jackson Trophy the following year. At Birmingham University, Hugo coxed for the club’s IV8 and IV4 at the British University Championships.
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Transitioning to coaching, Hugo began his career at Canford School and later played a key role in Warwick University's women's team success at WeHORR. After a stint at Washington State University, he moved to Gainesville, where he now leads Gainesville Area Rowing Inc.
Under his guidance, the team has achieved victories at Head of the Lake and earned medals at the ACRA National Championships.
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Katie Moon's Olympic Gold and Beyond
Katie Moon won the Olympic pole vault gold medal on her debut in 2020. After a challenging start, clearing her opening height of 4.50m on her third attempt, she secured gold with a vault of 4.90m. She then made subsequent attempts at 4.95m and 5.01m.
A two-time world champion (2022, 2023), Moon tied for first with Nina Kennedy in 2023 after both failed to clear 4.95m on three attempts, marking a historic moment as they chose to share the title. Moon also holds two World Indoor Championships medals, earning silver with a jump of 4.75m in 2022 and bronze in 2023.
In 2023, she clinched her first Diamond Trophy with a meeting record of 4.86m at the Prefontaine Classic, after a jump-off with Tina Sutej. Despite her 2020 Olympic triumph, 2022 was challenging for Moon as she grappled with post-Olympic blues. She pushed through difficult training sessions and emotional struggles to maintain her elite performance level.
What time will the Paris Olympics 2024 premiere?
The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics will start at 1:55 p.m. ET on Friday, July 26.
The ceremony will feature a spectacular four-mile-long floating procession along the Seine River.
Athletes will ride on 160 boats through Paris, culminating at Trocadero, while the Eiffel Tower is illuminated, creating a spectacular and unique celebration of the Games.
The first medals of the 2024 Olympics will be awarded in the 10m air rifle mixed team shooting event, which begins at 4:30 am ET on Saturday, July 27.
The event will be available for streaming on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.
How to stream the Paris Olympics 2024 women's Pole Vault?
The women's long jump final will take place on Wednesday, 7 August, at 13:00 ET.
You can stream the Paris Olympics 2024 live on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com. Both platforms will offer comprehensive coverage of the events, allowing viewers to watch the games in real time.
Peacock offers two subscription options for viewers who want to stream the Paris Olympics 2024.
The Premium option costs $7.99 per month and provides access to a wide range of content, including live sports coverage, TV shows, movies, and exclusive Peacock originals.
You can also choose the Premium Plus plan at $13.99 per month, which includes all the features of the Premium option plus additional benefits such as an ad-free experience and access to even more content.
