In men’s speed climbing, French climber Bassa Mawem was beaten by Indonesia’s Veddriq Leonardo, breaking the Olympic record. China’s Wu Peng also equaled the record in a quick race against New Zealand’s Julian David.
In women’s park skateboarding, USA’s Bryce Wettstein scored in the mid-80s, likely qualifying for the final. Japan’s Kokona Hiraki scored the highest in the heat, with Sky Brown and GB’s Lola Tambling also competing.
In other news, tennis star Serena Williams was turned away from a Paris hotel restaurant, sparking an apology from the hotel. Team GB’s Sky Brown competes in skateboarding despite a dislocated shoulder, while 51-year-old Andy Macdonald also competes.
In athletics, GB’s Victoria Ohuruogu won her 400m heat, with Laura Muir and Georgia Bell qualifying for the semi-finals in the 1500m. Sven Guerdat incurred a penalty in equestrianism, giving Germany’s Christian Kukuk the gold medal.
Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty criticized the catering at the Olympic village, claiming athletes found worms in their food. Surfer Jack Robinson won silver at Teahupo’o, while the competition saw epic waves. Overall, it was a day of highs and lows for athletes at the Paris Games.
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