Hi there! I’m Holly Galvan Posey, your guide to all things Olympics at KPRC 2. The Paris Games are in full swing, and we have some thrilling updates for you.
Simone Biles had a tough moment on the balance beam, slipping off and missing the medal stand, but she’s not done yet with the floor final still ahead. Meanwhile, Olympic boxer Imane Khelif is standing strong against bullying after facing intense scrutiny over gender misconceptions, showing resilience as she fights for gold. Despite water quality concerns, the mixed relay triathlon went ahead with athletes diving into the Seine, and Germany took home the gold.
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Simone Biles slips off the balance beam during event finals to miss the Olympic medal stand
Simone Biles had a tough break during the balance beam finals at the Paris Olympics, slipping off and missing out on the medal stand. Despite the fall, she showed grace and determination, earning a score of 13.100 and tying with U.S. teammate Sunisa Lee for fourth place. The gold went to Italy’s Alice D’Amato, but Biles still has a chance for glory in the floor final.
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif calls for end to bullying after backlash over gender misconceptions
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif has called for an end to bullying after facing intense scrutiny and hurtful comments due to misconceptions about her gender at the Paris Olympics. Despite the backlash, Khelif, who has advanced to the semifinals, remains focused on her goal of winning Algeria’s first Olympic gold in women’s boxing.
Olympic triathlon mixed relay goes ahead with swims in the Seine amid water quality concerns
The mixed relay triathlon at the Paris Olympics proceeded as planned, with athletes diving into the Seine River despite previous concerns about water quality. Organizers confirmed the water was within safe levels for the race, which saw Germany take gold, the U.S. win silver, and Britain secure bronze.
Watch the thrills 🎥
What’s better than reading about the Olympics? Watching the highlights! Check out these videos showcasing the top moments and news from the Games.
- Noah Lyles claimed his first Olympic gold in an epic 100m photo finish, edging out Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson by five thousandths of a second, with American Fred Kerley taking bronze.
- Middleweight boxer Cindy Ngamba secured the first medal for the Refugee Olympic Team by winning her quarterfinal bout against France’s Davina Michel at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- Suni Lee defended her Tokyo Games bronze with a stunning routine on the uneven bars, securing another bronze in Paris.
- American Bobby Finke set an unbeatable pace in the men’s 1500m freestyle, securing gold and a new world record.
- U.S. cyclist Kristen Faulkner stunned everyone with her gold medal win in the women’s road race at the 2024 Paris Games, finishing in 3:49:23. Marianne Vos took silver, edging out Lotte Kopecky, while Chloe Dygert’s crash impacted the race.
What you need 2 know 💡
Start your week off with these action packed Olympic livestreams!
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Team USA
On a wild final night of swimming, U.S. sets two world records, edges Australia in gold-medal race
On the final night of swimming at the Paris Olympics, Team USA shined brightly by setting two world records and edging out Australia in the gold-medal race. Bobby Finke set a new standard in the 1500-meter freestyle, and the women’s 4x100-meter medley relay team capped off the meet with a record-breaking performance.
US extends Olympic win streak to 58 games with 87-68 victory over Germany; quarterfinals next
The U.S. women’s basketball team extended its Olympic win streak to 58 games with an 87-68 victory over Germany, securing the top seed in their pool. With standout performances from both starters and reserves, including A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young. Next, the Americans face Nigeria in the quarterfinals, while Germany will take on France.
Today’s events to watch
- 6:30 a.m. - 7:20 a.m. Gymnastics: Men’s High Bar Final
- 7:20 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. Gymnastics: Women’s Floor Exercise Final
- 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Badminton: Men’s Singles: Bronze & Gold Finals
- 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Diving: Women’s 10m Platform Semifinal
- 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Basketball 3x3: Men’s & Women’s Semifinals
- Noon - 2:30 p.m. Track & Field: Men’s Pole Vault: Final
- Noon - 7:00 p.m. Best of Paris
In case you missed it 👀
Sha’Carri Richardson’s comeback halted by Julien Alfred, who brings 1st Olympic medal to St. Lucia
In a thrilling 100-meter final at the Paris Olympics, Sha’Carri Richardson’s comeback was halted as Julien Alfred of St. Lucia sprinted to victory, bringing home the first-ever Olympic medal for her country. Alfred’s impressive performance earned her the gold with a time of 10.72 seconds, while Richardson secured silver and her training partner, Melissa Jefferson, took bronze.
Everything is tougher on a bike in the Olympics: eating, drinking and, yes, bathroom breaks
During the Olympic road cycling race, German cyclist Nils Politt became a social media sensation when he made an unexpected pit stop at a Parisian cafe. Cyclists face unique challenges during long races, including handling bathroom breaks, staying hydrated, and keeping their energy up with thousands of calories from energy gels and snacks