Olympic Highlights: South Korea Reclaims Top Spot, Paris Faces River Seine Challenges

South Korea returns to the top of the medal table with a gold in men's team archery, while China continues its dominance in diving. Paris 2024 organizers grapple with pollution in the River Seine, affecting the triathlon. Issues such as telecom vandalism and food quality also surface.

South Korea returned to the top of the medal table on Monday with a stellar win in the men's team archery, edging out China. France's team put up a strong fight, but South Korea's precision shooting sealed the victory.

China remains in second place, capturing golds in both shooting and diving. Yang Hao and Lian Junjie's win in the men's synchronized 10-meter platform event keeps China on track for a potential clean sweep in diving events.

Meanwhile, Paris 2024 organizers face challenges as swimming training sessions for the triathlon were canceled for the second straight day due to pollution in the River Seine. A decision on whether the men's triathlon can proceed will be made based on water samples taken 24 hours before the event.

French authorities are also investigating acts of vandalism targeting telecom networks and rail lines, attributed to left-wing groups. On the sports front, Britain's Tom Pidcock retained his Olympic mountain bike title, and British swimmer Adam Peaty tested positive for COVID-19 but hopes to compete in relay events.

Other issues include athletes' complaints about food quality and quantity at the Games, prompting organizers to address concerns swiftly. The judo governing body has also launched a probe into Algeria's Messaoud Redouane Dris failing to meet weigh-in requirements for his bout.

(With inputs from agencies.)