Day Four Action and Surprises
The 2024 Paris Olympics are in full swing, and day four has already seen some thrilling events and unexpected outcomes. Here are the key highlights so far:
Hockey Showdown: France vs. Spain
In an exciting men’s hockey match, France and Spain battled it out to a 3-3 draw. France initially took a 2-0 lead, but Spain made a strong comeback. Victor Charlet scored for France, but Spain’s Pep Cunill equalized just in time, earning Spain a crucial point and leaving France with their first point of the tournament (Paris 2024 Olympics).
Upset in Water Polo: Australia Defeats Serbia
Australia pulled off a stunning upset in men’s water polo by defeating the two-time Olympic champions Serbia with an 8-3 victory. This win places Australia at the top of Group B, while Serbia drops to fourth.
Skateboarders Take Over Paris
Skateboarding events have returned with a bang in Paris. Following their success in Tokyo, American skateboarders Jagger Eaton and Nyjah Huston were seen cruising the streets of Paris after competing in the street finals, where they both secured podium finishes (Paris 2024 Olympics) (NBC Olympics).
Judo Triumph: Clarisse Agbegnenou
French judoka Clarisse Agbegnenou won a tight bout against Israel’s Gili Sharir in the women’s -63kg category. The match went to a golden score, with Agbegnenou emerging victorious amidst roaring cheers from the home crowd (Paris 2024 Olympics).
COVID-19 Impact: Lani Pallister Withdraws
Australian swimmer Lani Pallister had to withdraw from the women’s 1500m freestyle after testing positive for COVID-19. Pallister, the 2022 world champion in the event, is focusing on recovering for the 4x200m freestyle relay later in the week (Paris 2024 Olympics).
New and Returning Sports
The Paris Olympics have introduced several new sports and formats, including kayak cross, which made its debut this year. Other sports like 3×3 basketball and skateboarding, introduced in Tokyo, continue to capture the audience’s attention. Sport climbing also returns with an expanded format, offering both speed and combined events (NBC Olympics).
Changes in Traditional Sports
The 2024 Games have seen significant changes in traditional sports. Artistic swimming now includes male competitors for the first time and a new team acrobatic routine has been added. Boxing, sailing, and track and field have also undergone various adjustments to enhance competition and inclusivity (NBC Olympics).
Stay tuned for more updates as the excitement continues to build at the Paris 2024 Olympics!
