The 33rd Olympic Games is taking place in Paris between 26 July and 11 August. Here, we take a look at some of the former private school pupils who are going for gold at Paris 2024…
Millfield School, Somerset
Above, James Guy alongside Millfield School’s Olympic-size Pool
Millfield School has received a staggering 13 selections for this year?s Olympic and Paralympic Games, so far.
Swimmer James Guy, 28, is representing Team GB alongside Old Millfieldians Kieran Bird (GB), Mia Phiri (Zambia), Max McCusker (Ireland) and Emma Harvey (Bermuda) will be joined in Paris by Millfield Performance coach Ryan Livingstone (GB). Rowers Helen Glover, Rory Gibbs and Annie Campbell-Orde have all been selected for Team GB, while Erica Hawley will represent Bermuda in Triathlon. Bradford Grammar School
Above, Emile Cairess attended Bradford Grammar School on a bursary
Emile Cairess, 26, is a distinguished British long-distance runner and alumnus of Bradford Grammar School (BGS). Cairess began running at age four with his mother in Saltaire, near Bradford, West Yorkshire, and honed his skills during his school years, competing in cross-country and track events. His dedication paid off when he won a bronze medal in the 10,000 metres at the 2019 European Under-23 Championships and silver at the 2022 European Cross Country Championships.
In January 2022, Cairess equalled Sir Mo Farah’s British 10 km record, marking a significant milestone in his career. His exceptional performa...