Hi there! Iโm Holly Galvan Posey, your guide to all things Olympics at KPRC 2. The Paris Olympics are in full swing, and thereโs so much excitement to share! From historic wins to upcoming must-watch events, weโve got all the latest highlights and streaming links you need.
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The U.S. menโs gymnastics team ended a lengthy Olympic medal drought. They hope the NCAA notices
The U.S. menโs gymnastics team ended a lengthy Olympic medal drought by securing bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics, and they hope this achievement catches the eye of the NCAA. Before becoming Olympians, team members Brody Malone, Frederick Richard, Asher Hong, Paul Juda, and Stephen Nedoroscik honed their skills at Stanford, Michigan, and Penn State.
What to watch for the Paris Olympics: Simone Biles leads US in gymnastics final Tuesday, July 30
Simone Biles is ready to lead Team USA in the gymnastics team final today, despite a calf injury. Watch as she competes in all four events, aiming for gold after topping the all-around during qualifiers.
Spend your Tuesday watching the Olympics: Links here!
Stream all the excitement from the Paris Olympics right from your computer, phone, or tablet! From volleyball and beach volleyball to shooting finals and swimming, weโve got you covered. Just click the link, log in with your cable/satellite provider, and youโre all set to catch every event, any time of the day.
Watch the thrills ๐ฅ
Whatโs better than reading about the Olympics? Watching the highlights! Check out these videos showcasing the top moments and news from the Games.
- Frederick Richard can finally call himself an Olympic medalist! With a dominant performance, the two-time world bronze medalist helped lead the U.S. team to bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- The U.S. womenโs rugby team advanced to the semifinals for the first time in Olympic play. The Americans beat Great Britain 17-7 with tries from Kristi Kirshe, Naya Tapper, and Sammy Sullivan.
- U.S. beach volleyball duo Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss defeated Taliqua Clancy and Mariafe Artacho of Australia in straight sets, taking the early lead in Pool B under the dazzling lights of the Eiffel Tower.
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American swimmers grabbed plenty of hardware Monday at the Olympics, but no gold
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Coco Gauff loses an argument with the chair umpire and a match to Donna Vekic at the Paris Olympics
In a dramatic third-round match at the Paris Olympics, Coco Gauff faced an intense dispute with the chair umpire before ultimately losing to Croatiaโs Donna Vekic 7-6 (7), 6-2. Gauff, the reigning U.S. Open champion, was visibly upset after a controversial call, arguing that a ball was ruled out before she could play it. Despite her efforts to plead her case, the decision stood, contributing to her defeat on the hottest day of the Games.
American gymnast Shilese Jones pointing toward 2028 Olympics following knee injury at US trials
American gymnast Shilese Jones is already setting her sights on the 2028 Olympics after a knee injury dashed her Paris hopes. The 22-year-old announced she tore her ACL and meniscus during the U.S. Olympic trials but is determined to continue competing. Despite her injury, Jones performed a stunning bars routine before withdrawing from the competition.
Olympic swimming: Ledecky is fastest in heats of 1500; Marchand advances in 2 more races
Katie Ledecky started her quest for gold at the Paris Olympics, dominating the heats of the womenโs 1,500-meter freestyle with a time of 15:47.43. She will have the prime lane in the final, where her main competition appears to be Italyโs Simona Quadarella. Meanwhile, Franceโs Lรฉon Marchand is pushing for two more golds after advancing in both the menโs 200 butterfly and 200 breaststroke heats.
Todayโs Events to Watch
- Beach Volleyball: USA vs. Germany, Menโs Pool C, 7-9:30 a.m. ET Stream here
- Water Polo: USA vs. Romania, Menโs Group A, 10:35 a.m.-12 p.m. ET Stream here
- Gymnastics: Womenโs Team Final, 12:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m. ET Stream here
- Soccer: USA vs. Guinea, Menโs Group A, 1-3 p.m. ET Stream here
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Aโja Wilson dominates as US women beat Japan 102-76 to open campaign for 8th straight Olympic gold
Aโja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, and Brittney Griner powered Team USA to a commanding 102-76 victory over Japan in their Olympic opener, aiming for an eighth straight gold medal. Wilson led the way with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and 4 blocks, while Stewart added 22 points, extending the U.S. womenโs Olympic winning streak to 56 games. Griner, in her first international game since her Russian imprisonment, contributed 11 points and 9 rebounds, as the team capitalized on their size advantage to dominate the paint and the boards.
Simone Bilesโ husband, Jonathan Owens, will watch her at the Olympics. Why has he drawn criticism?
Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens has taken a break from training camp to support his wife, Simone Biles, as she competes in the womenโs team final at the 2024 Olympics. Despite their journey together, Owens has faced criticism on social media for his comments about their relationship, especially after he admitted on โThe Pivotโ podcast that he didnโt know who Biles was when they first connected. Owens mentioned he felt like โthe catchโ in their relationship, which sparked backlash online.