Paris Olympics 2024 track and field: Favourites, events, schedule, venue

Sha'carri Richardson (L) of the U.S., Jamaica's Shericka Jackson (R) and Jamaica's Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will all be in action at the Paris Olympics [Marton Monus/Reuters]

Track and field competitions are arguably the jewel in the crown of every Olympic Games and the most eagerly awaited event for millions of viewers.

For hundreds of athletes, years of hard work and preparation will culminate when they step out for their respective events in Paris.