Thrilling Upsets and Record Wins: Highlights from Paris Olympics

The Paris Olympics saw significant sporting events, including Canada's rugby sevens win over France and Summer McIntosh's swimming gold. Novak Djokovic beat Rafael Nadal, while Iga Swiatek triumphed in tennis. U.S. women's basketball team dominated Japan and men's gymnastics won bronze. Denico Autry of Texas suspended, and Aaron Rodgers eyes more NFL years.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-07-2024 10:25 IST | Created: 30-07-2024 10:25 IST
Thrilling Upsets and Record Wins: Highlights from Paris Olympics
Virat Kohli

The Paris Olympics has been a spectacle of thrilling upsets and record-setting performances. Notably, Canada's rugby sevens team halted France's Olympic dream with a stunning 19-14 victory, while Summer McIntosh from Canada dominated the pool to clinch the women's 400 meters individual medley gold.

In tennis, top-seeded Novak Djokovic of Serbia survived a wobble to oust Rafael Nadal, securing his place in the third round. On the women's side, Iga Swiatek of Poland breezed past France's Diane Parry.

Meanwhile, the U.S. women's basketball team showcased their prowess with a 102-76 victory over Japan, and the U.S. men's gymnastics team won an Olympic bronze, ending a 16-year medal drought.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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