Finucane celebrates first Olympic gold in hat-trick bid

Emma Finucane says winning Olympic gold on her Games debut boosts her confidence as she bids for a hat-trick of successes in Paris.

Great Britain’s long-awaited return to the women’s team sprint at an Olympic Games ended with gold as Finucane, Katy Marchant and Sophie Capewell broke the world record three times on a perfect night.

Victory over New Zealand in the final sparked emotional celebrations as Carmathen’s Finucane was embraced by her family in the stands.

The 21-year-old has been tipped by the likes of Dame Laura Kenny to contend for three golds in Paris, with the individual sprint and keirin to come.