The Australian men’s hockey team, known as the Kookaburras, will embark on their journey at the Paris 2024 Olympics starting on July 27. The tournament will unfold at the historic Yves-du-Manoir Stadium in Paris, a venue steeped in the legacy of Olympic hockey.

Field hockey made its Olympic debut in 1908, though it missed the 1912 and 1924 Games. India has historically dominated the men’s hockey event, amassing a total of 12 medals, including eight golds, making them the most successful team in Olympic history. The Kookaburras are the only other team to have achieved a double-digit medal count, with 10 podium finishes out of 16 appearances. However, their medal tally includes only one gold, achieved at the Athens 2004 Olympics, along with four silver and five bronze medals.

From Barcelona 1992 to London 2012, the Kookaburras were unique among Australian teams in winning consecutive Olympic medals. Their streak of success continued until the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where they came agonizingly close to capturing their second gold. In a dramatic final, the Kookaburras faced Belgium, who ultimately clinched victory in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in regular time. A crucial goal from Tom Wickham extended the match into the shootout, where Australia fell 3-2, settling for silver.

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At the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Kookaburras are set to begin their campaign against Argentina, the Rio 2016 Olympic champions, on July 27. They are placed in Pool B, which also includes the reigning champions Belgium, India, Ireland, and New Zealand. The group stage will feature several high-stakes matches, including a rematch of the Tokyo 2020 final against Belgium on July 31. Additionally, Australia will face the eight-time gold medallists India on August 2, a match that promises to be a highlight of the group stage.

As the Kookaburras gear up for their Paris 2024 campaign, their pursuit of a second Olympic gold medal will be a significant storyline, with fans and analysts eagerly watching to see if they can overcome their past challenges and secure victory on the grand stage.

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