Olympics 2024 LIVE: Latest updates and medal results from Paris
Team GB's victorious plunge as they clinch their first medal of the Paris Olympics
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The Olympics had a busy start at Paris 2024 with lots of exciting events on the first day. Day two is expected to bring even more excitement and unexpected moments.
Simone Biles came back to women's gymnastics competition following her struggles with 'the twisties' during the Tokyo Games. She amazed everyone with her exceptional routine in the qualifying round, but there are worries about her injury as she was seen limping and wearing support on her left leg.
In the upcoming final of the men's 100m breaststroke, Adam Peaty is set to make history by aiming for his third consecutive Olympic gold medal. Also, French swimmer Leon Marchand has advanced to the final of the men's 400m IM, while Team GB's Max Litchfield qualified in second place at La Defense Arena.
In another place, Andy Murray may have his last tennis match with Dan Evans in the men's doubles, while Rafael Nadal hopes to face off against Novak Djokovic in the singles. The USA's basketball team, which includes LeBron James, starts defending their title.
However, the triathlon faced disruption due to poor water quality in the Seine, forcing practice to be canceled on Sunday after heavy rain. Stay updated on all the events, recent results, and medal ceremonies from Paris 2024 by following our live blog.
Nigerian Athlete Tests Positive For Banned Substance
An announcement from the International Testing Agency (ITA) reports that Nigerian athlete Cynthia Temitayo Ogunsemilore has tested positive for a prohibited substance and has been temporarily suspended as a consequence.
This summer, Iraqi judoka Sajjad Sehen and Dominican volleyball player Lisvel Eve Mejia both failed drug tests at the Games.
The International Tennis Association accuses Nigerian athlete Cynthia Temitayo Ogunsemilore of breaking the anti-doping rules.
The ITA has found that boxer Cynthia Temitayo Ogunsemilore tested positive for the prohibited substance Furosemide, which is classified as a diuretic and masking agent on the World Anti-Doping Agency's list of banned substances.
The ITA obtained the sample during an anti-doping check on 25 July 2024 in Paris, France, carried out under the supervision of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The findings were analyzed by the WADA-certified lab in Paris and reported on 27 July 2024.
The athlete has been made aware of the situation and has been temporarily banned until the issue is resolved according to the rules set by the World Anti-Doping Code and the IOC Anti-Doping Regulations for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. As a result, the athlete is not allowed to take part in any competitive, coaching, or training activities during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
The athlete can contest the temporary suspension by appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport – Anti-Doping Division (CAS ADD).
The sports player can also ask for the testing of the second sample.
Title: Karl Matchett's Blog - July 28, 2024 Today, I wanted to share some thoughts with you all. I have been thinking about various topics lately and wanted to put them into words. I hope you find what I have to say interesting and thought-provoking. Stay tuned for more updates from me soon. Until next time!
2024 Olympics: Women's Mountain Biking
The fans at home are cheering loudly, chanting "Pauline, Pauline, Pauline" as the leader speeds through the third lap of seven. The gap between her and the second-place racer, Puck Pieterse, is getting bigger - now almost a minute. Puck is trying hard to catch up, but she's not making any progress.
There is still a lot of time for something to go wrong, but everything has been going really well up until now.
Today, I want to talk about a topic that is really important to me. It's something I have been thinking about a lot lately and I think it's worth discussing. Let's dive into it.
GB Women Lag Behind Spain In Hockey At Olympics 2024
Team GB had a few opportunities from penalty corners but they were unable to score and are currently losing 2-1 to Spain in their pool stage match.
This is the initial match for both countries, along with Argentina, Australia, South Africa, and the USA all competing in Pool B.
The third quarter is coming to a close, leaving GB with limited time to catch up in the game. However, they are still in contention and have 15 minutes left to play.
Karl Matchett posted on July 28, 2024 at 1:38pm
2024 Olympics: Women's Mountain Biking
Puck Pieterse and Loana Lecomte are now behind Pauline Ferrand-Prevot by 30 seconds. Pauline has made a strong start, but she is known for being able to maintain her performance. Endurance will be important, but there are plenty of French supporters cheering her on with their flags.
Harry Latham-Coyle's blog post was published on July 28, 2024 at 1:32 PM.
2024 Olympics: Women's Cross Country Mountain Biking
Ferrand-Prevot leaves her competitors behind as she pedals with strength and speed at the front of the race. This course is perfect for her, as she can easily switch gears and utilize her strong physical abilities. She has already created a ten-second lead over the other riders.
Title: A Message from Harry Hello everyone, I just wanted to reach out and say hello. Hope you're all doing well, staying safe and healthy. Remember to take care of yourselves and each other during these challenging times. Take time to relax, unwind, and re-energize. Stay positive and keep moving forward. We'll get through this together. Take care, Harry
2024 Olympics: Women's Mountain Biking
A group of four riders have pulled ahead of the pack, including Pauline Ferrand-Prevot and her teammate Loana Lecomte, as well as Puck Pieterse from the Netherlands and Laura Stigger from Austria. Ferrand-Prevot dominated the World Championships in Glasgow last year, taking home her fourth title in five years.
Harry Latham-Coyle wrote a blog post on July 28, 2024 at 1:21 pm.
2024 Olympics: Women's Mountain Biking
The race in the Paris outskirts started off quickly and decisively, with the competition being fierce right from the beginning. Pauline Ferrand-Prevot wasted no time and took the lead right away.
Harry Latham-Coyle posted a blog on July 28, 2024 at 1:14 PM.
Women's Mountain Biking At Olympics 2024
Switzerland dominated the podium at Tokyo 2020 in this competition, showcasing an impressive performance at the Games. Anna Kiesenhofer secured a remarkable gold medal in the road race. Sina Frei, who won silver, is aiming to improve her position, while Alessandra Keller has been excelling in the World Cup races this year. The home nation is eager for Pauline Ferrand-Prevot to finally claim the elusive title that has escaped her thus far in her successful career, both on and off the road.
They are currently participating in activities and doing well in Élancourt.
Harry Latham-Coyle on July 28, 2024 at 1:11 pm
2024 Olympics: Evie Richards Aims For MTB Medal
Team GB had a bit of both good and bad luck during the cycling time trials yesterday. Anna Henderson did amazingly well and won the women's silver medal, but Josh Tarling was unfortunately held back by a puncture just when it seemed like he could have been a strong competitor for gold against Remco Evenepoel.
Today we are leaving the streets of Paris behind and heading towards more challenging trails with the women's cross country mountain bike race about to begin. Some have said that the course is not very exciting, as the organizers had to create obstacles due to a lack of natural ones. Nevertheless, this should make the race quick and intense. Evie Richards is Team GB's top contender for a medal, even though the 2021 world champion has faced challenges this year.
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Simone Biles Shines In Dramatic Olympic Comeback
All eyes were once again focused on Simone Biles as she made her comeback at the Olympics, three years after experiencing the 'twisties' in Tokyo. The legendary gymnast, widely regarded as the greatest of all time, was back to add to her already remarkable Olympics journey.
Jamie Braidwood was performing at the Bercy Arena on July 28, 2024, at 12:59 pm.
