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Portuguese Cyclist Iúri Leitão Wins Silver in Omnium at Paris 2024
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Portuguese Cyclist Iúri Leitão Wins Silver in Omnium at Paris 2024

By Score More Paris, 8 August 2024 — In a historic debut for Portuguese track cycling at the Olympic Games, Iúri Leitão clinched the silver medal in the men’s Omnium event, marking a significant achievement for Portugal. The 26-year-old athlete delivered an exceptional performance at the velodrome in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, securing the second-place finish with a display of remarkable endurance and skill. Leitão’s journey in the Omnium—a multi-race track cycling event—began with the Scratch race, where he finished in seventh place. He accumulated 28 points, behind the leader Benjamin Thomas of France. In the following Tempo race, Leitão improved his standing, earning 38 points and moving into third position overall. The Elimination race proved challenging for Leitão as he finished se...
Indonesia’s Rizki Juniansyah Clinches Gold in Men’s 73kg Weightlifting at Paris 2024
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Indonesia’s Rizki Juniansyah Clinches Gold in Men’s 73kg Weightlifting at Paris 2024

By Score More South Paris Arena, 8 August 2024 — Rizki Juniansyah of Indonesia delivered a powerhouse performance in the men’s 73kg weightlifting competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Lifting an impressive total of 354kg, Juniansyah secured the gold medal, showcasing dominance and precision in his discipline. The event, held at the South Paris Arena, saw intense competition as athletes vied for top honors in one of the most thrilling weightlifting categories of the Games. Juniansyah’s commanding lift not only earned him the gold but also solidified his status as one of the premier weightlifters in the sport. Thailand’s Weeraphon Wichuma claimed the silver medal with a total lift of 346kg. Wichuma’s performance was strong, but it ultimately fell short of Juniansyah’s exceptional m...
Day 14 at Paris 2024: Anticipation Builds as Track World Record Falls and Exciting Finals Await
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Day 14 at Paris 2024: Anticipation Builds as Track World Record Falls and Exciting Finals Await

By Score More As the Paris 2024 Olympics move into its penultimate day, the excitement is palpable. With the Games now halfway through, Day 14 promises a thrilling lineup of events and the awarding of 35 gold medals. After an action-packed day highlighted by Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone setting a new track world record, the atmosphere in Paris is electric. What to Expect on Day 14, August 9 The day will see several high-stakes finals and medal contests across a variety of sports. The athletics arena will be buzzing with the men’s 400m hurdles final at 9:45 PM, where Karsten Warholm will aim to defend his title against fierce competitors such as Alison dos Santos and Rai Benjamin, with a potential world record in sight. The 4x100m relay finals will also capture attention, featuring some of...
Paris 2024: Keegan Palmer Defends Olympic Men’s Park Title with Stunning Performance
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Paris 2024: Keegan Palmer Defends Olympic Men’s Park Title with Stunning Performance

By Score More Paris, August 7, 2024 In a thrilling display of skateboarding prowess, Australia's Keegan Palmer successfully defended his Olympic men's park title, solidifying his position as the reigning champion with a dominant performance at the Paris 2024 Games. Palmer's Stellar Performance Palmer, who made history with his gold medal win in Tokyo 2020, showcased his skills once again with a remarkable first run scoring 93.11. This high score set the standard for the competition and proved unbeatable throughout the event. The Australian skateboarder’s winning performance was characterized by technical precision and a powerful execution of tricks that left the crowd and judges in awe. Palmer’s celebration was one for the books as he banged his board on the ground in jubilation after...
Paris 2024: USA Triumphs in Women’s Team Pursuit, Falls Just Short of World Record
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Paris 2024: USA Triumphs in Women’s Team Pursuit, Falls Just Short of World Record

By Score More In an exhilarating final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the USA's women's team pursuit squad clinched gold, overcoming a dramatic race and a near-miss with the world record. The American quartet, featuring road cycling stars Chloé Dygert and Kristen Faulkner, put on a thrilling display of endurance and strategy to secure the top podium spot. Race Highlights From the start, the U.S. team established a strong lead over their competitors, New Zealand, and maintained their advantage through the early stages of the 4km race. At the 1500m mark, the U.S. had built a lead of over a second, positioning themselves well for a potential record-breaking performance. However, the race took a dramatic turn when the U.S. squad, which initially consisted of four riders, was reduced to three ...
Paris 2024: Day 10 Highlights and What’s Ahead on Day 11
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Paris 2024: Day 10 Highlights and What’s Ahead on Day 11

By Score More Date: August 6, 2024 Paris, France — Welcome back to our live blog coverage of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! As we move into Day 11, let's reflect on the action-packed Day 10 and preview the excitement to come. Day 10 Recap: Record-Breaking Moments Yesterday was spectacular, with world records falling in four different sports. The spotlight shone brightly on the men’s pole vault as Mondo Duplantis continued his reign, setting a new world record that had the Stade de France roaring. Not to be outdone, the Team GB women's sprint track cycling squad also set a new record, demonstrating their dominance on the track. In addition, Aleksandra Miroslaw claimed a new world record in women’s speed climbing, and the Italian mixed team in skeet shooting set a new high during quali...
Paris 2024: Mondo Duplantis Breaks Pole Vault World Record at Stade de France
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Paris 2024: Mondo Duplantis Breaks Pole Vault World Record at Stade de France

By Score More Paris — The Stade de France was electric last night as Mondo Duplantis made history, breaking the pole vault world record with a breathtaking jump of 6.25 meters. The Swedish pole vaulter's performance was a culmination of his relentless dedication and skill, marking his ninth world record in a career filled with extraordinary achievements. With the stadium still packed to capacity, Duplantis took to the runway for his final attempt to surpass his previous world record, set in Xiamen during a Diamond League meet in April. The atmosphere was charged with excitement as a blast of French '60s rock from legendary musician Johnny Hallyday reverberated through the stands, boosting the crowd's energy. As the stadium erupted in cheers and claps, Duplantis launched himself into the...
Paris 2024: Kauli Vaast Surfs to Gold Medal Final with Stunning Performance
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Paris 2024: Kauli Vaast Surfs to Gold Medal Final with Stunning Performance

By Score More Date: August 5, 2024 Teahupo'o, Tahiti — In a thrilling display of surfing prowess and local expertise, Team France’s Kauli Vaast has advanced to the finals of the surfing competition, setting up a highly anticipated showdown for the gold medal. Vaast's performance in the semi-finals showcased his deep connection with the waves at Teahupo'o, propelling him to a dominant position as he prepares to compete for the top prize later today. The semi-finals featured a spectacular clash between Vaast and Peru's Alonso Correa, with the rising swell delivering both challenging tubes and inviting open faces. Vaast, a local favorite with extensive experience surfing these very waves, made the most of the conditions, demonstrating a masterful blend of tube riding and powerful turns. V...
Paris 2024: Team Sports Results for Day 9
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Paris 2024: Team Sports Results for Day 9

By Score More Paris, August 4, 2024 — Day 9 of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games saw thrilling action across multiple team sports, setting the stage for the knockout rounds and semi-finals. Here’s a rundown of the key results and what they mean for the teams moving forward: Men’s 3x3 Basketball The intense action in the men’s 3x3 basketball tournament continued with the following results: France 21-12 People's Republic of China Poland 16-22 Latvia Lithuania 20-18 Serbia USA 6-21 Netherlands With these results, Latvia and Netherlands have secured their spots in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Lithuania, Serbia, France, and Poland will compete in the play-in round. The semi-final matchups are set as follows: Latvia vs France Netherlands vs Lithuania Women’s Basket...
Belgium Withdraws from Olympic Mixed Relay Triathlon After Athlete Falls Ill
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Belgium Withdraws from Olympic Mixed Relay Triathlon After Athlete Falls Ill

  By Score More Paris, August 4, 2024 — Belgium has withdrawn from the Olympic mixed relay triathlon at Paris 2024 following an illness affecting one of their athletes. The decision comes as a significant setback for the Belgian team and highlights ongoing concerns about water quality in the Seine. Claire Michel, who competed in the women's triathlon on Wednesday, finished 38th. According to reports from De Standaard, one of Belgium's leading newspapers, the 35-year-old has contracted E. coli, though this claim has not been independently confirmed by BBC Sport. Health Concerns and Water Quality Issues The decision to withdraw from the mixed relay, scheduled for Monday morning, is linked to health concerns exacerbated by the poor water quality of the Seine. The river's condi...