Day 10 Highlights of the Paris Games: Exciting Competitions and Medal Events
Monday August 5th Day 10 of the Paris Games 2024 promises an exhilarating array of competitions and medal events across various sports. With exciting contests in artistic swimming, track cycling, sport climbing, wrestling, and more, the day is packed with opportunities for athletes to shine on the world stage. Key events include the conclusion of the badminton, basketball 3X3, canoe slalom, artistic gymnastics, shooting, and triathlon programs. Here’s a closer look at what to expect on August 5th, including some of the day’s top picks.
Spotlight Events
Athletics: Mondo Duplantis’ World Record Pursuit
One of the most anticipated events of the day is the men’s pole vault final at 7 p.m. The focus will be on Mondo Duplantis, the Swedish pole vaulter who not only aims to defend his Olympic title but also hopes to break his own world record of 6.24 meters, set at the Xiamen Diamond League. With only two athletes clearing 6 meters in 2024, Duplantis stands out as the clear favorite. The real competition is between Duplantis and the bar, as he attempts to reach new heights and set another record in Paris.
Surfing: New Champions Emerge
After several delays due to unfavorable surf conditions, the surfing competition is set to proceed with the semi-finals and finals at Teahupo’o. With none of the Tokyo 2020 podium finishers advancing to the semi-finals, the event promises fresh faces and fierce competition as new champions are crowned in both men’s and women’s events.
Canoe Slalom: First-Ever Medals in Kayak Cross
The canoe slalom event will make history with the first-ever medals awarded in the new kayak cross events. The women’s and men’s finals are scheduled to take place at 4:55 p.m. This new event promises thrilling races as competitors navigate challenging courses in pursuit of Olympic glory.
Basketball 3X3: Urban Sports Shine at La Concorde
As the first of the urban sports to award medals, the basketball 3X3 finals will be held at La Concorde from 9 p.m. Fans can expect fast-paced action as teams compete for the gold medal in this dynamic and exciting format of basketball.
Sport Climbing: New Formats and Challenges
Sport climbing sees the introduction of new formats, with the men’s Boulder & Lead combined event starting at 10 a.m. and the women’s speed event at 1 p.m. These events, separated from the combined format used in Tokyo, will showcase athletes’ agility, speed, and strength as they tackle challenging climbs.
Other Notable Events
- Artistic Gymnastics: Medal finals for men’s parallel bars, women’s balance beam, men’s horizontal bar, and women’s floor exercise will occur between 11:45 a.m. and 3:03 p.m.
- Athletics (Track and Field): The women’s discus throw, 5000m, and 800m finals will take place throughout the evening, starting at 8:30 p.m.
- Badminton: The women’s singles gold medal match begins at 10:55 a.m., followed by men’s singles medal matches in the afternoon.
- Cycling (Track): The women’s team sprint finals are scheduled for 7:53 p.m.
- Shooting: The men’s 25m rapid-fire pistol final occurs from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., with mixed team skeet medal matches later in the afternoon.
- Triathlon: The mixed relay event starts at 8 a.m., subject to water quality conditions.
Football Semi-Finals
The men’s football tournament reaches its semi-final stage, with matches hosted in Marseille and Lyon. Four teams will battle for a spot in the final, aiming to secure a medal and national pride.
Day 10 of the Paris Games 2024 offers an action-packed schedule, with athletes from around the world competing in diverse sports and disciplines. From Mondo Duplantis’ pole vault ambitions to the crowning of new surfing champions, spectators can look forward to a day filled with thrilling performances and unforgettable moments. Stay tuned for the latest updates and highlights as the Paris Games continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Just Now News.Press
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