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Paris, July 29, 2024 — The third day of team sports action at the Paris 2024 Olympics saw a flurry of exciting results and notable performances. As we anticipate the upcoming medal events, including men’s team archery, men’s street final in skateboarding, men’s canoe slalom, men’s team final in artistic gymnastics, and key swimming finals, let’s review the standout results from today’s team sports events.
Women’s Basketball
Nigeria delivered a significant upset, defeating Australia 75-62 in a thrilling clash. The victory showcased Nigeria’s strength and marked a notable triumph in their Olympic campaign. Meanwhile, Germany secured a solid win over Belgium, finishing 83-69, reinforcing their position in the tournament.
Equestrian – Eventing
In a spectacular showcase of skill and teamwork, Great Britain clinched the gold medal in the team eventing competition. The British team demonstrated exceptional performance across dressage, cross-country, and jumping phases. France took the silver, while Japan secured bronze, marking their first equestrian medal since 1932.
Men’s Handball
Germany continued their strong performance with a commanding 37-26 victory over Japan. Slovenia edged past Croatia in a closely fought match, ending 31-29. Denmark also secured a win against Egypt, finishing 30-27, further solidifying their position in the handball standings.
Men’s Hockey
Australia narrowly defeated Ireland 2-1 in a tightly contested match. In another closely matched game, India and Argentina ended in a 1-1 draw, highlighting the competitive nature of the tournament.
Women’s Hockey
The People’s Republic of China dominated Japan with a convincing 5-0 win. In other matches, Spain and the USA played to a 1-1 draw, while Argentina triumphed over the USA with a 4-1 scoreline. The Netherlands showcased their strength with a 6-2 victory over France.
Women’s Rugby Sevens
Great Britain put on a strong performance, defeating South Africa 26-17. Australia secured a close 19-14 win against Ireland. Japan showcased their prowess with a dominant 39-12 victory over Brazil. France also had a solid showing, overcoming the USA with a 31-14 win. Canada capped off the rugby sevens results with a 26-17 victory over China.
Women’s Volleyball
In women’s volleyball, Türkiye edged out the Netherlands in a thrilling five-set match, winning 3-2. Brazil demonstrated their volleyball strength with a decisive 3-0 victory over Kenya.
Women’s Water Polo
France emerged victorious in a nail-biting encounter against Italy, winning 9-8. The match was a showcase of high-stakes water polo action, with France securing a narrow but crucial win.
As the day progresses, attention will shift to the highly anticipated upcoming medal events, with athletes across multiple disciplines vying for glory. Stay tuned for more updates as the Paris 2024 Olympics continue to deliver unforgettable moments and fierce competition.