Hiraki and Brown, too, deserve their flowers for their part in pushing women's skateboarding forward.
If Trew has been doing it with history in her sails, then Brown has been doing it with guts and style.
The 16-year-old, newly minted British bronze medallist touched down in Paris having dislocated her shoulder one day prior — and it was only in April that she had tore the medial cruciate ligament in her right knee.
“It's not in the best shape," Brown said, conceding that the pain in her shoulder had impeded her during the final. Yet she showed no signs of bitterness or regret. "It is all part of the story."
Injuries aside, there was another reason Brown’s medal was so remarkable.
The skater went 389 days without competing in an Olympic qualifier after deciding to try her hand at securing a surf quota for Paris.
She ultimately came up short in her dual quest, but as she came back to skateboarding it was as if she had never left. Her combined Parisian pursuit, though mixed in its outcome, was the perfect reminder that if you love it you should always try it, no matter if you don't succeed.
And while Trew was charting her rise and Brown on her surf sabbatical, Hiraki was holding down the fort.
The Japanese phenom, her country’s youngest-ever Olympic medallist at age 15, hardly once let her form slip as Paris 2024 qualification began.
Where other more established names, including her compatriot Yosozumi Sakura — a relative veteran to the teen trio at age 22 — stumbled as newcomers arrived, Hiraki showed them the bar they had to meet.
In six qualifiers, the Japanese skater only missed the podium once when she came fifth back in early 2023. Her fluid style and array of lip tricks remain still, almost entirely, unmatched.
"They are incredible," Brown said afterwards of Trew and Hiraki. "Arisa, coming out with the NPDs [never been done]. She's a beast and really, truly inspiring. Inspiring me and pushing the boundaries for skateboarding.
"And Cocona, she's been along the ride the whole way. So sharing these beautiful moments and journeys, it has been really fun. But she is so talented as well. Watching her grow throughout these years, is super good."
"All of us, the medallists, Sky, Arisa and myself, have different styles," Hiraki said of her fellow medallists. "They inspire me and we support and encourage each other. I really appreciate that."
The question of what comes next when the progress has been so astronomically fast can be tempting. All three skaters have their eyes on LA 2028, with Brown confirming she’ll again attempt the surf and skate double.
It’s exciting; infectious even, but on this day the moment itself shouldn’t be lost.
On Tuesday, the world got to witness how far skateboarding has come and finally meet the young women who are driving it forward.
FAQs
In the women's park event, Trew became the first Australian woman to win an Olympic skateboarding gold medal – joining compatriot Keegan Palmer, who won gold in Tokyo and will defend his men's crown on Wednesday.
What is the minimum age for Olympic skateboarding? ›
HOUSE RULES: In Toronto, Rosie DiManno noted there are “no age limits” in Olympic skateboarding.
Which Olympics are in 2024? ›
The Olympic Games of Paris 2024
The Games are a popular, multicultural festival shared by so many people around the planet and represent a new adventure for France unlike anything it has experienced before.
Where is the Olympic skateboarding 2024? ›
Skateboarding competitions at the 2024 Summer Olympics were held from from 28 July to 7 August at Place de la Concorde, returning to the program for the second time since the sport's official debut three years earlier in Tokyo 2020.
Who did Arisa end up with? ›
Arisa and Kureno had a slow-moving relationship through the manga, but at the end of the manga, they move away to the country-side and live together. Akito was Kureno's initial crush before Arisa. He used to spend a lot of time with Akito when they were kids and continued to do so as adults.
Did Yuri win gold? ›
plans to quit skating so that Victor can return to the sport and tells Victor of his decision, but Victor tearfully rejects the idea, and they agree to choose their paths after the tournament has finished. The tournament ends with Yuri P. winning the gold medal and Yuri K. winning silver.
Can a 13 year old go to the Olympics? ›
There is no specific age limit to participate in the Olympics, according to the International Olympic Committee's official rules.
Is 16 too old to start skateboarding? ›
Start Skateboarding at Any Age.
Which sport is removed from the 2024 Olympics? ›
Meanwhile, some other sports that were featured at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Games past, including baseball, softball and karate, will not make an appearance in Paris this year. Here's what to know about the sports coming and going from the Paris 2024 Summer Games.
Who has the 2028 Olympics? ›
Los Angeles got the 2028 games as a consolation prize when Paris was picked for 2024. Back in 1932, LA hosted its first Olympics.
Oklahoma City? AUSTIN (KXAN) — As the 2024 Paris Olympics wrap up Sunday, the closing ceremony marks the official handoff from the City of Light to Los Angeles — and for some sports — Oklahoma City.
Was Tony Hawk in the Olympics? ›
While he never had the chance to compete at the Olympic Games, Hawk played a key role in the sport making its Olympic debut at the postponed Tokyo 2020 Games and worked as a commentator during the event.
Is skateboarding good cardio? ›
Skateboarding is a great cardiovascular exercise that helps to increase endurance and burn calories. Whether cruising around town or performing tricks in a skate park, skateboarding requires a significant amount of physical exertion, which helps to elevate heart rate and burn calories.
Is skateboarding in 2028 Olympics? ›
LA28 is celebrating the official inclusion of skateboarding, surfing and sport climbing in the LA28 Olympic Games as the three iconic West Coast sports were approved to be part of the LA28 initial sports program by the International Olympic Committee and asked three Olympians to design new LA28 emblems celebrating ...
Who is the female wrestler who won gold medal? ›
PARIS -- The most unusual day of Sarah Hildebrandt's wrestling career ended with her earning an Olympic gold medal.
Is Arisa Trew from the Gold Coast? ›
At just 14 years of age, Arisa Trew is Australia's youngest ever Olympic gold medallist The teen from the Gold Coast was once praised by skateboarding legend Tony Hawk for becoming the first woman to land a 900-degree spin in a half-pipe.