Chloe Dygert, a U.S. cycling superstar, defied all odds to win a bronze medal in the women’s individual time trial at the Paris Olympics. Her journey to the podium is a testament to her incredible resilience and determination.
Just four years ago, Dygert faced a life-altering crash that nearly ended her career. The devastating incident left her with severe injuries, including a near amputation of her leg. She also endured heart surgery, Epstein-Barr virus, and persistent foot and Achilles issues.
Despite these overwhelming challenges, Dygert fought her way back to the top of her sport. Her unwavering spirit and relentless training culminated in a triumphant return to the Olympic stage.
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A Heartbreaking Setback
Entering the Paris Olympics as a gold medal favorite, Dygert faced another setback when she crashed on the slippery road during the time trial. This unfortunate incident hindered her chances of securing gold, but she persevered, ultimately claiming the bronze medal.
Early Life and Background
Chloé Dygert was born on January 1, 1997, in Brownsburg, Indiana, USA. She quickly rose in the sport of cycling, beginning her competitive journey in May 2013. By July of the same year, she stood on the podium of every Junior (15-16) Nationals road cycling event. Despite being sidelined by a torn ACL in 2014, Chloé made a strong comeback in 2015, becoming the Junior (17-18) National Champion and Junior World Champion in both the time trial and road races.
- Date of Birth: January 1, 1997
- Hometown: Brownsburg, Indiana, USA
- Residence: Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
- Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
- Weight: 147 lb (67 kg)
Personal Life
Chloé Dygert married fellow professional cyclist Logan Owen in November 2016, but the marriage ended in divorce in January 2020. In a 2020 profile by her sponsor Red Bull, she was noted as a conservative who does not believe in feminism. Later that year, Chloé issued a public apology for her conduct on social media, which some criticized as insufficient.
Rise to Prominence
After her breakout season in 2015, Chloé was invited by USA Cycling to learn track cycling. In March 2016, she and her teammates won the UCI World Championship title in team pursuit, a historic first for USA Cycling. This success qualified her for the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she and the team pursuit squad secured a silver medal.
Career Highlights
- UCI Track Cycling World Championships: 7 gold medals
- Olympic Games: 1 silver and 2 bronze medals
- 2019 and 2023 World Time Trial Championships: Winner
- 2021 and 2023 National Time Trial Championships: Winner
Current Team and Disciplines
Chloé Dygert rides for UCI Women’s WorldTeam Canyon–SRAM. She competes in both road and track disciplines, excelling as a time trialist on the road and a pursuitist on the track.
the table with the full list of U.S. medal winners:
| No | Date | Athlete/Team | Medal | Event | Sport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 July | Sarah Bacon/Kassidy Cook | Silver | Women’s springboard 3m synchronized | Diving |
| 2 | 27 July | Chloe Dygert | Bronze | Women’s individual time trial | Cycling |
| 3 | 27 July | Katie Ledecky | Bronze | 400m freestyle | Swimming |
| 4 | 27 July | Kate Douglass, Gretchen Walsh, Torri Huske, Simone Manuel, Erika Connolly, Abbey Weitzel | Silver | 4x100m freestyle, women | Swimming |
| 5 | 27 July | Jack Alexj, Chris Guiliano, Hunter Armstrong, Caeleb Dressel, Ryan Held, Matt King | Gold | 4x100m freestyle, men | Swimming |
| 6 | 28 July | Haley Batten | Silver | Women’s cross country | Mountain Bike |
| 7 | 28 July | Torri Huske | Gold | Women’s 100m butterfly | Swimming |
| 8 | 28 July | Gretchen Walsh | Silver | Women’s 100m butterfly | Swimming |
| 9 | 28 July | Carson Foster | Bronze | Men’s 400m IM | Swimming |
| 10 | 28 July | Lee Kiefer | Gold | Women’s individual foil | Fencing |
| 11 | 28 July | Lauren Scruggs | Silver | Women’s individual foil | Fencing |
| 12 | 28 July | Nic Fink | Silver | Men’s 100m breaststroke |
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