China’s Pan Zhanle broke his own world record in the men’s 100-meter freestyle, winning China’s first swimming gold medal at the Paris Olympics with a time of 46.40 seconds. China remains at the top of the medal table with nine golds.
Novak Djokovic remains on course for his first Olympic gold in tennis, while Rafa Nadal exits after a tough defeat in the men’s doubles. Djokovic will face Stefanos Tsitsipas in the quarterfinals.
In other events, the triathlon competitions finally began after concerns over water quality, with France’s Cassandre Beaugrand and Britain’s Alex Yee winning gold. Meanwhile, gymnast-turned-shooter Adriana Ruano won Guatemala’s first-ever gold medal in the women’s trap.
Canada’s women’s football team lost an appeal over spying charges, risking damage to their reputation ahead of the 2026 men’s FIFA World Cup. The US and Spain topped the women’s football groups, while in gymnastics, Japan’s Shinnosuke Oka won the men’s all-around title.
A controversy in fencing between Hong Kong and Italy prompted Pizza Hut to weigh in, offering free pineapple toppings in Hong Kong and Macao. China and Argentina both secured gold medals in the freestyle BMX competition.
The Paris Olympics continue with more exciting events as athletes from around the world compete for glory and medals.
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