Young stars who made sporting headlines in 2024

The year 2024 has seen remarkable young athletes emerging across various sports. Notable rising stars include 17-year-old footballer Lamine Yamal, who shone at Euro 2024, and 20-year-old basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama, dominating the NBA.

Chinese skateboarder Zheng Haohao, at just 11, made history at the Paris Olympics, while boxer Bam Rodriguez, 24, continues to rise in the ranks with an undefeated record.

English footballer Cole Palmer, 21, has impressed in the Premier League, and French tennis player Arthur Fils, 20, is climbing the ATP rankings.

Other notable talents include hockey's Macklin Celebrini, golfer Miles Russell, and Indian athlete Aarti, 17, who won a bronze at the World U20 Athletics Championships.

These athletes are shaping the future of sports and inspiring the next generation.