The Olympic stage lights up once again, with new champions ready to etch their names into the history books. Archers, mountain bikers, slalom canoeists, and skateboarders will all have their moment to shine.
Diving into the Action: Peaty’s Plunge
British swimming icon and world record-holder Adam Peaty takes center stage as he aims for a third straight gold in the men’s 100-meter breaststroke. Across the pool, the French heartthrob of the swimming world, Leon Marchand, dives into his first event as the favorite in the men’s 400 medley.
At La Defense Arena, a battle unfolds in the women’s 100-meter butterfly. American world record-holder Gretchen Walsh goes head-to-head with China’s Zhang Yufei, the Tokyo silver medalist, in a clash of swimming titans.
The Return of a Gymnastics Legend: Biles Shines Again
Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all time, bounces back from the “twisties” at the Tokyo Games to grace the Olympic stage once more. She’s set to captivate audiences in the women’s qualification rounds at Bercy Arena, the home of artistic gymnastics for these Games.
Mountain Bike Majesty: Ferrand Prevot Seeks Redemption
France’s own Pauline Ferrand Prevot is favored to conquer the women’s mountain bike race at Elancourt Hill. After the disappointment of missing out on a medal in Tokyo, she’s determined to pedal her way to the top in Paris. The race unfolds on a challenging 4.4km circuit west of the city, with multiple laps testing the riders’ endurance.
China’s Shooting Stars: Bullseye at the Range
China commenced their campaign with a bang, claiming the first gold of the Games. They’re not done yet, as reigning world champion Zhang Bowen sets his sights on his first Olympic gold in the men’s 10-meter air pistol. His compatriot, Jiang Ranxin, aims to build on her Olympic bronze from Tokyo and strike gold in the women’s event.
Judo Judgements: French Medal Hopes
French judoka Amandine Buchard, a silver medalist in Tokyo, steps onto the mat once more, eyeing a medal for the hosts. However, she faces a formidable challenge from Japan’s Uta Abe, a four-time world champion. The Abe siblings are a force to be reckoned with, as Hifumi Abe, Uta’s brother, is also a four-time world champion and Olympic titleholder in the men’s under-66kg category.
Racket Rivals: Badminton’s Big Names Battle
The Tokyo women’s singles silver medalist, Tai Tzu Ying of Taiwan, is the favorite in her group play match against Belgium’s Lianne Tan. Both veterans in their 30s, they bring a wealth of Olympic experience to the court. Meanwhile, India’s PV Sindhu, a bronze medalist in Tokyo and a three-time Olympian, faces the Maldives’ Fathimath Abdul Razzaq.
The stage is also set for other notable players, including South Korea’s An Se-young, China’s Tokyo gold medalist Chen Yufei, and Spain’s Carolina Marin, who missed Tokyo due to injury but struck gold in Rio.
Football Fever: France vs. Canada in a Group Showdown
In a highly anticipated Group A clash, France takes on Canada in women’s football. The hosts aim to secure a spot in the knockout stages, while Canada, the Tokyo gold medal winners, deal with the fallout from a drone spying scandal that resulted in a six-point deduction and a suspension for their coach, Bev Priestman.
With the deduction impacting Canada’s chances, the path opens for four-time Olympic gold medalists, the United States, and 2016 Olympic champions Germany to secure quarter-final berths.
Canoeing Conquests: First Gold Up for Grabs
The afternoon brings the first gold medal opportunity in canoeing, with the women’s single kayak semi-finals and final taking place. The morning kicks off with the second day of rowing, featuring repechages and heats across various categories.
Archery’s Apex: Gold Within Reach
At the Esplanade des Invalides, the women’s team archery competition reaches its climax with the gold and bronze medal matches. South Korea, undefeated in this event, aims for their tenth consecutive gold medal.
Equestrian Excellence: Cross-Country Challenge
In Versailles, it’s cross-country day for the eventers and their equine partners. They’ll navigate a 5km course filled with artificial and natural obstacles, once the hunting grounds of French royalty. The weather is expected to favor horses accustomed to softer, wet ground.
Britain, Germany, and France are among the nations favored to claim victory in this prestigious event.
Hoang Xuan Vinh and His Historical Win at the Rio Olympics
On August 7, 2016 Vietnamese sports enthusiasts held their breath while watching Vietnamese marksman Hoang Xuan Vinh compete at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. Their happiness came when the 41-year-old marksman made his near-perfect final shot to secure a gold in the men’s 10m air pistol event, becoming the first Vietnamese to win an Olympic gold medal. To be this successful, few people know that Vinh did his utmost to overcome tremendous difficulties caused by his short-sightedness and heart problems.
Vietnam Sports Gem Anh Vien Strikes Again With Another Victory
Nguyen Thi Anh Vien, the golden girl of Vietnamese swimming, has won her fourth Best Athlete of the Year award after topping a vote by the General Department of Sports and Physical Training in late December, 2017.
Florent Poilane & Mountain biking
Florent Poilane was born in the countryside of France where there are mountains, which is very suitable for riding mountain bikes, so he became a professional cyclist and won many prizes at international competitions. While living and working in Ho Chi Minh City, Florent Poilane established a club to help young people practice this interesting sport.
Vietnam to give exceptional entry permission to foreign sports experts
The Vietnam Sports Administration (VSA) is seeking special approval for some essential international sports experts and coaches to enter Vietnam and be quarantined as per regulations to prepare local athletes and sports teams for upcoming tournaments.
Tau Be Cape, an uncharted gem in Con Dao
Multi-colored rocks, emerald green seawater, and “open-air” swimming pool are among the hidden charms of lesser-known Tau Be Cape in Con Dao.
