Sifan Hassan etched her name into Olympic history on Sunday, claiming gold in the women’s marathon at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This extraordinary achievement makes her only the second athlete in history to win medals in the 5000m, 10000m, and marathon at a single edition of the Summer Games, a feat last accomplished by Emil Zatopek in 1952.
Meanwhile, in other sporting news, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal verdict at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has been postponed to August 13. The wait continues for Phogat, as the CAS deliberates on her case.
The men’s water polo competition saw a thrilling bronze medal match unfold between the USA and Hungary. The two teams are locked in a tight contest, with the score tied at 8-8 in the third quarter. The intensity is palpable as both teams battle for a podium finish. With time still remaining, the suspense remains high as to who will ultimately claim the bronze medal.
