Sports Highlights: Olympic Performances and Major Wins

Victor Wembanyama's standout game leads France to a basketball victory over Brazil. Alex Bregman hits a walk-off homer to secure a win for the Houston Astros. Disruptions due to pollution affect the Olympic triathlon swimming session. Various sports figures, including Brittney Griner and Vivian Kong, achieve notable milestones in their respective fields during the Paris Games.

In a remarkable display of athleticism, French basketball star Victor Wembanyama propelled his team to a 78-66 victory over Brazil at the Olympic Games. Despite early errors, Wembanyama finished strong with nine rebounds, four steals, and two assists, totaling 19 points.

Alex Bregman capped an enthralling comeback for the Houston Astros with a walk-off home run in the ninth inning, overcoming a five-run deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6. The win was clinched by Bregman's second career walk-off homer.

Organizers canceled the Olympic triathlon swimming training session due to elevated pollution levels in the Seine following heavy rain in Paris, as a safe and swimmable river remains a critical legacy goal for the 2024 Games.

Brittney Griner's return to the Olympics, following her release from a Russian prison, has been lauded by teammate Diana Taurasi. Griner's journey continues to inspire many.

American swimmer Caeleb Dressel added another gold medal to his collection, leading the United States to victory in the 4x100 meters freestyle relay.

Other highlights included Belal Muhammad winning the UFC welterweight title and Rafael Nadal teaming up with Carlos Alcaraz in tennis.

In fencing, Hong Kong's Vivian Kong won her first Olympic gold, narrowly defeating France's Auriane Mallo-Breton. A drone scandal marred the women's soccer tournament as the Canadian team lost points and their coach was banned.

(With inputs from agencies.)