TEHRAN – Iran’s sprinter Hassan Taftian is going to make splash in the 2024 Olympic Games.

Taftian has previously represented Iran at the 2016 and 2020 Olympics, but has yet to win any silverware. In Paris, Taftian is determined to do his best despite knowing there is a difficult task ahead of him.

“First of all, I have to say I cannot hide my happiness because I will represent my country for third consecutive Olympics. Then, I would like to thank you all who supported me to qualify for the Games,” Taftian said in an exclusive interview with Tehran Times.

“I am full of praise for myself for the discipline, dedication, and devotion I have displayed in the years to turn my dream into reality,” he added.

“Olympic Games is the most exciting sports competition in the world and the 100 meters is the most exciting event in the Games. I am very excited as a competitor in the tournament. I want to do my best in the tournament and make my nation proud.

“I am training in Paris for several years and I am very happy to compete in a city I have trained here for many years. I hope to do my best as an experienced athlete,” Taftain concluded.    

The men's 100 meters at the 2024 Summer Olympics is scheduled to be held in four rounds at the Stade de France in Paris, France, on Aug. 3 and 4. This will be the 30th time that the men's 100 meters is contested at the Summer Olympics.