[1][2] Great Britain was the only nation to enter female archers, ensuring that they swept this event.

Queenie Newall, at 53 years of age, set a record for oldest female Olympic gold medalist.

Among the archers who did compete, Lottie Dod was the most accomplished sportswoman, though she was best known for playing tennis.

Dod had retired from tennis in 1893 and had successful careers in field hockey and golf before turning to archery in the Olympics.

This gave Newall the gold medal, while Dod was able to hang on to second place.