Hi there! I’m Holly Galvan Posey, your guide to all things Olympics at KPRC 2. As the temperatures rise in Houston, things are heating up in Paris too with some thrilling Olympic action!
Whether you’re into gymnastics, track and field, or beach volleyball, we’ve got you covered with the best moments, live streams, and highlights. Let’s dive into today’s must-watch events and all the excitement from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games!
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Simone Biles rocks GOAT necklace after winning gold: Here’s why
Simone Biles celebrated her all-around gold medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympics by proudly wearing her diamond-encrusted GOAT necklace, symbolizing her status as the ‘Greatest Of All Time’ in gymnastics. This special piece, adorned with 546 diamonds, reflects her unrivaled achievements and the nickname she has earned through her record-breaking performances. After clinching the gold, Biles remarked, “It is crazy that I am in the conversation of greatest of all athletes, because I just still think I’m Simone Biles from Spring, Texas that loves to flip.”
Imane Khelif’s Olympic participation decried in letter from her next opponent’s boxing federation
Hungary’s Boxing Association has lodged a formal protest with the IOC over Anna Hamori’s upcoming quarterfinal bout against Algeria’s Imane Khelif. Despite the protest, Hamori will proceed with the fight. The controversy stems from Khelif’s previous disqualification from the 2023 World Championships due to unspecified gender eligibility issues, raising questions about fairness and eligibility.
Ranking the top 4 performances from the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics was truly unforgettable! Lady Gaga wowed with her playful performance of “Mon Truc en Plumes,” while Aya Nakamura’s energetic mashup of “Pookie” and “Djadja” had everyone dancing. Gojira delivered a dramatic rendition of “Ah! Ca Ira” that brought French revolutionary history to life. The highlight was Celine Dion’s powerful performance of “L’Hymne à l’amour” from the Eiffel Tower, marking a triumphant return to the Olympic stage.
Watch the thrills 🎥
What’s better than reading about the Olympics? Watching the highlights! Check out these videos showcasing the top moments and news from the Games.
- American Sagen Maddalena wins her first Olympic medal, securing silver in the women’s 50m 3 positions final by defeating China’s Qiongyue Zhang in a shootout.
- Caroline Marks advances to the surfing semifinals in Teahupo’o, standing as the lone American after defending gold medalist Carissa Moore was eliminated on her final run.
- Kate Douglass clinched her first Olympic gold with a stunning performance in the women’s 200m breaststroke, delivering a victory for Team USA at the Paris Olympics.
- Americans Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz advance to the men’s doubles semifinals in Paris, defeating Great Britain’s Andy Murray and Dan Evans in straight sets.
- Lee Kiefer, Lauren Scruggs, Jackie Dubrovich, and Maia Weintraub led the U.S. women’s foil team to their first-ever Olympic gold medal in a team fencing event, defeating Italy 45-39.
What you need 2 know 💡
Who is Italian boxer Angela Carini and why did she quit her fight against Imane Khelif?
Enjoy these Friday Olympic livestreams!
Team USA
U.S. women clinch quarterfinal berth and stretch Olympic win streak to 57 straight
The U.S. women’s basketball team secured their spot in the Paris quarterfinals and extended their Olympic winning streak to 57 games with a hard-fought 87-74 victory over Belgium. Breanna Stewart scored 26 points and A’ja Wilson added 23 points and 13 rebounds, helping the Americans overcome a spirited challenge from Belgium.
Sha’Carri breezes through opening round at first-ever Olympics race, wins 100 heat in 10.94 seconds
Sha’Carri Richardson made a stunning debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics, breezing through the 100m opening round with a time of 10.94 seconds. Sporting neon green shoes on the bright purple track, she easily secured her spot in the semifinals. All top contenders, including Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, also advanced, setting the stage for an exciting race ahead.
Today’s events to watch
- Gold Zone Coverage: Time: 7 a.m.-5 p.m. CT. Live whip-around coverage of key events as they unfold during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
- Men’s Beach Volleyball: Spain vs. USA. Time 9-10 a.m. CT. Enjoy the men’s beach volleyball match between Spain and the USA in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower.
- Track & Field: Decathlon, Women’s 800m, and More: Time: 11:40 a.m.-4 p.m. CT. Catch the men’s 10,000m final, the 400m in decathlon, plus Round 1 heats of the women’s 800m, mixed 4x400m relay, and women’s 5000m.
- Swimming Finals: Men’s 50m Free, Women’s 200m Back, Men’s 200m IM: Time: 2:30-4:30 p.m. CT. Witness medals being awarded in the men’s 50m freestyle, women’s 200m backstroke, and men’s 200m IM.
- Beach Volleyball: USA vs. Germany: Time: 4-5 p.m. CT. Women’s beach volleyball continues with USA’s Hughes and Cheng vs. Germany’s Muller and Tillmann.
In case you missed it 👀
Meet the Olympics superfan who spent her savings to get to her 7th Games
Meet Vivianne Robinson, the ultimate Olympic superfan who has attended seven Games over 40 years! From collecting pins to maxing out her credit cards for Paris, Vivianne’s passion for the Olympics knows no bounds. Despite the hefty price tag and long days working two jobs, she believes it’s worth every penny.
North Korea wins first diving medal ever, as China continues dominance with another gold
North Korea made history by winning their first-ever Olympic diving medal, securing silver in the women’s synchronized 10-meter platform event. Meanwhile, China continued its dominance with Chen Yuxi and Quan Hongchan claiming gold, marking China’s 50th Olympic diving gold.