Haley Batten of Utah won the silver medal in the mountain bike competition at the Olympic Games in Paris

Utah – As a result of Park City’s Haley Batten’s victory in the cross-country mountain biking competition at the Olympic Games held in Paris, Utah was able to secure its first-ever spot on the podium of medals.

It was not an easy task because Batten, who is 25 years old, severed her rear wheel during the first half of the race that took place on Sunday. The race was held on Elancourt Hill, which is located approximately 45 minutes west of Paris.

After suffering a setback, Batten fought back and finished in second place with a time of 1:28:59.

This was accomplished after she completed seven laps and traveled more than 30 kilometers. It is the greatest finish for an American male or female athlete at the Olympics since the sport was first given the opportunity to compete at the Games in 1996.

The gold medal went to Pauline Ferrand Prevot of France, while Jenny Rissveds of Sweden took home the bronze medal.

“I’m one of the best athletes in the world, and I know I’m the best I’ve ever been. For me, the preparation has been in the details. Steady building every single year, just one step at a time,” said Batten. “It takes time, you can’t rush it, but I really believed in myself today.”

Haley Batten of Utah won the silver medal in the mountain bike competition at the Olympic Games in Paris

Utah – As a result of Park City’s Haley Batten’s victory in the cross-country mountain biking competition at the Olympic Games held in Paris, Utah was able to secure its first-ever spot on the podium of medals.

It was not an easy task because Batten, who is 25 years old, severed her rear wheel during the first half of the race that took place on Sunday. The race was held on Elancourt Hill, which is located approximately 45 minutes west of Paris.

After suffering a setback, Batten fought back and finished in second place with a time of 1:28:59.

This was accomplished after she completed seven laps and traveled more than 30 kilometers. It is the greatest finish for an American male or female athlete at the Olympics since the sport was first given the opportunity to compete at the Games in 1996.

The gold medal went to Pauline Ferrand Prevot of France, while Jenny Rissveds of Sweden took home the bronze medal.

“I’m one of the best athletes in the world, and I know I’m the best I’ve ever been. For me, the preparation has been in the details. Steady building every single year, just one step at a time,” said Batten. “It takes time, you can’t rush it, but I really believed in myself today.”