Noemie Fox

Biography

Noemie Fox, a standout in Australia’s distinguished paddling lineage, is set to make waves at the Paris 2024 Olympics in the exhilarating new discipline of kayak cross. This adventurous event, reminiscent of snowboard cross and BMX racing, pits four athletes against each other in an intense dash down a white-water course. Securing her spot with a stellar silver medal performance at the Canoe Slalom World Cup 2024 in Prague, Noemie demonstrated remarkable determination and skill. Racing through five intense heats on the final day, she captivated audiences with her thrilling come-from-behind finish.

Noemie’s paddling pedigree is second to none. Her father, Richard Fox, is a British paddling legend with ten world titles and an Olympic bronze, while her mother, Myriam Fox-Jerusalmi, clinched a bronze medal for France in the 1996 Olympics. Her older sister Jess is a dominant force in canoe slalom, boasting an array of Olympic and World Championship medals.

Born in Marseille, France, the Paris 2024 Games will be a nostalgic return for Noemie and her sister as they compete on French soil. With a career that began in her early teens, Noemie’s commitment to the sport has seen her excel on the international stage, earning medals at the ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships and memorable successes like her bronze at the under-23 World Championships in Ivrea, Italy, in 2022.

Guided by her mother and coach, Noemie’s journey to the Olympics is a dream realized through relentless hard work and family support. Her story is a testament to dedication, and the joy of a mother seeing both daughters compete on the Olympic stage is a triumph in itself.