The New Zealand women’s kayak team, who dominated the Paris Olympics by winning all gold medals, now faces uncertainty over their qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Recent rule changes have introduced new challenges, potentially jeopardizing their chances. The team’s success in Paris was a historic achievement, but the evolving Olympic framework has created new hurdles. Officials are reviewing how these changes will impact qualification criteria. The Los Angeles Games, set for 2028, will see a shift in competition formats and eligibility rules. This uncertainty adds pressure as the team prepares for the next phase of their Olympic journey.