BLUF

This article argues strategic investment, strong cultural foundations, and exceptional performances, particularly from female athletes made the difference.

Summary

  1. Australia won 18 golds, led by swimming.
  2. $398.3M funded high-performance sports.
  3. Women secured 13 of Australia’s 18 golds.
  4. Australian Institute of Sport boosted the performance of athletes.
READ: The major factors behind Australia’s surge to a record-breaking Olympics

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