- Manu Bhaker becomes India’s first multi-medallist at the Olympics with her second bronze medal.
- Nathan Hales sets a new Olympic record in men’s trap shooting, while North Korea wins its first medal since Rio 2016.
- Paris faces a severe heatwave, affecting the scheduling and conditions of various sporting events.
In Paris, the heatwave has been a major challenge for the Olympics, with temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius (98.6°F). Despite the sweltering conditions, notable performances have emerged, including Indian shooter Manu Bhaker making history as the country’s first-ever multi-medallist at the Games. Bhaker, alongside Sarabjot Singh, clinched the bronze in the mixed-team shooting event, overcoming South Korea’s Oh Ye-jin and Lee Won-ho with a score of 16-10. This achievement follows her earlier bronze in the women’s individual event, marking a historic milestone for India since its independence in 1947.
In the men’s trap shooting, Great Britain’s Nathan Hales delivered an impressive performance by setting a new Olympic record with 48 out of 50 shots. Hales narrowly missed his own world record but managed to secure gold, finishing ahead of China’s Qi Ying, who took silver. Hales expressed his excitement about becoming an Olympic champion, reflecting on his achievement with pride.
Meanwhile, North Korea made headlines by securing its first Olympic medal since the 2016 Rio Games. The team won silver in mixed doubles table tennis after a close match against China. North Korean athletes Ri Jong Sik and Kim Kum Yong, despite their loss, praised their training with the Chinese team and expressed hopes for future success.
In other developments, the Paris heatwave led to the implementation of special protocols across various sports. Football players received additional water breaks, tennis players had the option to take extra showers, and BMX riders used umbrellas between runs. The extreme weather has impacted how events are conducted, highlighting the ongoing challenge for athletes competing in the sweltering conditions.
