Great Britain has secured team gold in eventing at the Tokyo Olympics, with Laura Collett and her horse London 52 taking the title. In boxing, Australian Harry Garside lost his first-round bout in the men’s 63.5kg category, and in swimming, Ireland’s Daniel Wiffen qualified for the men’s 800m freestyle final while Australia’s Sam Short narrowly missed out.
British rowers Chloe Brew and Rebecca Edwards advanced to the semi-finals, while Chinese marksman Lihao Sheng won gold in the 10m air rifle men’s final. In diving, Tom Daley and Noah Williams claimed silver in the synchronised 10m event, with Daley earning his fifth Olympic medal.
Triathlon swimming training has been cancelled due to water quality concerns in the Seine River, but officials remain optimistic that the event can proceed as planned. Daley and Williams’ coach Jane Figueiredo expressed excitement and pride in their achievement, highlighting the struggles they have overcome.
Overall, the day featured a mix of triumphs and setbacks for athletes from various countries, showcasing the highs and lows of Olympic competition. Fans can look forward to more exciting events in the coming days as athletes continue to vie for medals in their respective sports.
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