Dynamic Performances and Controversies Steal Spotlight at Paris Olympics

The Paris Olympics sees Noah Lyles aiming for a historic sprint double, China's anti-doping agency calls for increased testing of US athletes, and Sharon van Rouwendaal claims marathon swimming gold. Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat retires following disqualification, while New Zealand's Lisa Carrington pursues her seventh medal in canoe sprint.

The Paris Olympics was marked by standout performances and notable controversies on Thursday. American sprinter Noah Lyles is poised to become the first American in four decades to complete the Olympic sprint double, aiming for the 200m title after his 100m victory.

Concerns over doping reemerged as China's anti-doping agency urged the International Testing Agency (ITA) to intensify testing of U.S. athletes. This follows American sprinter Erriyon Knighton testing positive for the banned substance trenbolone, though he was not suspended for the Games.

Meanwhile, in marathon swimming, Sharon van Rouwendaal of the Netherlands clinched gold. In wrestling, India's Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement after disqualification for failing to meet weight requirements. New Zealand's Lisa Carrington looks to add to her impressive medal tally in canoe sprint events.

(With inputs from agencies.)