MARSEILLE, France – In a thrilling race for medals, the Austrian duo Lara Vadlau and Lukas Maehr clinched the gold medal in the newly introduced mixed-gender sailing category, known as the 470 class, on Thursday. The Japanese team of Keiju Okada and Miho Yoshioka secured the silver, while Anton Dahlberg and Lovisa Karlsson from Sweden won bronze. This new format, where both men and women compete on equal footing, marks an important milestone for gender equality in the sports world as we approach the 2024 Olympics.

The medal races for the mixed sailing event took place against the picturesque backdrop of Marseille, where athletes faced challenging conditions. The competition for the multi-hull Nacra 17 was also held later that day, further showcasing the increased emphasis on inclusive sports at this year’s Games.

Mixed sailing is part of a broader trend in the Olympics where more events are beginning to feature both male and female participants in competitions. This initiative aims to ensure equal medal opportunities and promote gender equality in sports.

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