Live Coverage of Day Nine at Paris Olympics 2024: Athletics, Tennis, Golf, Dressage, and More

Julien Alfred, the newly crowned women’s 100m Olympic champion, safely progressed through round one of the 200m in the first heat just hours after her win, claiming it in 22.41 seconds. Hosts France are set to play Egypt in the men’s football Olympics semi-final. In men’s hockey, Great Britain and India are tied 1-1 at half-time, with Lee Morton scoring for GB. In dressage, the individual Grand Prix freestyle is taking place with top riders expected to compete. India takes a 1-0 lead against Great Britain in men’s hockey. Team GB’s Lizzie Bird qualifies for the women’s 3000m steeplechase final with a late surge, while teammate Aimee Pratt fails to qualify. In men’s handball, Sweden beats Japan, while Spain faces Croatia for the last quarter-final spot. Beach volleyball teams advance to the quarter-finals. The mixed relay training for triathlon is cancelled due to water quality in the Seine River. Many exciting events are happening throughout the day, including golf, equestrian, tennis, cycling, table tennis, archery, badminton, and gymnastics. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce of Jamaica withdraws from the 100m event due to injury, expressing disappointment and appreciation for her supporters. France’s Thomas Chirault competes against defending champion Mete Gazoz of Turkey in men’s archery. Ewan Murray offers a diary of his week in Paris. Various medal events are scheduled for the day in different sports.

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