Australian Matt Denny Wins Discus Gold

Sunday, 2 August 2026

Matt Denny is happy with his gold medal.

In short:

Matt Denny from Australia won the men's discus with a throw of 67.73m. He is very happy.

Denny is the first man in 68 years to win the discus title twice.

What's next?

There is one day of competition left before the closing ceremony.

Matt Denny had a special moment with his son Roman after winning the discus title.

Denny threw 67.73m to win. He beat Jamaica's Fedrick Dacres and England's Lawrence Okoye. Denny was happy. He worked hard. He is a good athlete.

Denny also won a medal at the Paris Olympics and the Birmingham Games.

The last man to defend the discus title was Fanie du Plessis from South Africa.

Matt Denny is with the silver and bronze medal winners.

Denny said he felt pressure to win, but he was confident.

Denny said it's special to achieve something that others haven't done in a long time.

Denny said he's proud to compete against good athletes and throw far distances.

Denny walked around the track with his son Roman.

Denny's family has been with him on the road, and they help him stay focused.

Denny said his son won't remember this moment, but he will when he's older.

Denny said his sport is tough, and he needs people who understand him.

Denny said his wife Mia knows how he operates, and it's great to share moments with her.

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