Katie Ledecky is an overwhelming favorite to claim her first gold of these Games with one of her best events in the pool highlighting Wednesday’s action at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here is a guide of what to look out for: Ledecky looking to defend gold in the 1,500 freestyle When the women’s 1,500-meter freestyle made its debut on the Olympic program in Tokyo three years ago, Ledecky won by more than a four-second margin. Related Articles Olympics | Paris Olympics: Here’s what’s on TV on Wednesday, July 31 Olympics | Stephen Nedoroscik waited his whole life for one routine.