Team USA Shines with First Gold at Paris Olympics

Fans tuning into the Olympics had a special treat this evening as NBC aired a version of Taylor Swift‘s song, ‘…Ready For It?’ from her Eras Tour, set against the backdrop of Team USA athletes sharing what the Olympics mean to them. Swift expressed her excitement on social media, saying she’s ready to cheer on the athletes.

On the field, excitement was in the air when French rugby star Antoine Dupont shined in the rugby sevens final against Fiji. His two tries helped secure France’s first gold medal at the Paris Games, and many are praising him as possibly the greatest player of all time.

Meanwhile, over in surfing, top American riders John John Florence and Griffin Colapinto made waves by advancing to the third round. Florence showcased his skills on Teahupo’o’s famous waves, delivering one of the highest-scoring heats so far.

Track and field delivered thrilling moments as Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel and Wout van Aert clinched gold and bronze in the cycling individual time trial, marking a historic achievement for Belgium.

Another highlight came from the fencing mats where South Korea’s Oh Sanguk won gold in individual saber, displaying remarkable sportsmanship during the match, as he helped his opponent back to their feet after a fall.

Despite a rain-soaked day in Paris, the newly opened Eiffel Tower Stadium attracted fans for its stunning beach volleyball matches. After enduring wet conditions, cheers erupted as competitors took to the sand with the iconic landmark in the background.

The women’s cycling individual time trial witnessed drama when a few competitors fell due to slick conditions, but Chloe Dygert managed to snag a bronze medal after facing challenges during the race.

In basketball, the Canadian team faced Greece in a nail-biting game. Canada held strong, with key players like R.J. Barrett and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander making important contributions, while NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo led the charge for Greece.

In gymnastics, the U.S. team has qualified for the final, aiming for their first medal since 2008, with standout performances by Stephen Nedoroscik and Paul Juda.

Swimmer Caeleb Dressel celebrated after winning a gold medal in the men’s 4×100-meter freestyle relay alongside teammates, marking a significant achievement for the American swimming team.

In a surprising upset, four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka was defeated in the first rounds of women’s singles tournament, paving the way for Germany’s Angelique Kerber to move forward.

As the day wrapped up, fans gathered at the swimming venue for thrilling races, setting the stage for ongoing competition and excitement as the Olympics continue.