The claims about Team GB’s rowing struggles were significantly overstated, as the squad celebrated multiple medals on day eight in Paris.
After a disappointing performance at the Tokyo Olympics where they didn’t secure any golds, the British team made a remarkable comeback, achieving a record medal count at an international Games. The men’s and women’s eights clinched gold and bronze respectively, allowing Team GB to finish with three rowing golds, two silvers, and three bronzes.
Additionally, Team GB enhanced their overall medal tally by four, bringing the total to 33 at the midpoint of the Games.
As excitement builds on day eight, Sir Steve Redgrave anticipates the drama expected on the ninth day, with potential medal prospects in golf, dressage, swimming, cycling, and the 100m event.
Tommy Fleetwood trails just one shot behind leader Jon Rahm in the final round set to commence on Sunday morning.
Sir Steve Redgrave analyzed Team GB’s medal prospects on day nine of the Olympic Games
Tommy Fleetwood, just one stroke off the leader, heads into the final round of golf in Paris
Lizzie Deignan will become the first British female cyclist to participate in four Olympic Games during the road race
Louie Hinchcliffe has emerged as an unexpected medal contender for Team GB in the men’s 100m
In the swimming pool, Britain’s men’s 4x100m medley relay team aims to surpass their performance from Tokyo. Meanwhile, Lizzie Deignan is set to make history as the first female cyclist to compete in four Olympic Games, participating in the road race scheduled for around 1pm on Sunday.
Becky Moody, Charlotte Fry, and Carl Hester will compete in the dressage final at 9am, following their bronze medal win in the team final on Saturday.
Athletics will take center stage, with several British stars looking to advance on day nine. Keely Hodgkinson aims for a smooth entry into the 800m final alongside Jemma Reekie and 17-year-old Phoebe Gill.
Team captain Josh Kerr will compete in the men’s 1500m semi-final, while Matt Hudson-Smith makes his much-anticipated debut in the 400m.
Fans should not miss the men’s 100m semi-final and final later in the evening at the Stade de France. This event is a highlight of the Games, especially as an unexpected British contender seeks to make a mark.
Youngster Louie Hinchliffe delivered an outstanding performance, surprising favorite Noah Lyles in his heat on Saturday, emerging as a dark horse for a medal if he can successfully navigate the semi-finals.
Zharnel Hughes is also aiming for a spot in the final, scheduled to take place just before 9pm.
British record holder Keely Hodgkinson aims to safely qualify for the women’s 800m final
Mail Sport, in collaboration with The National Lottery, is bringing you exclusive video insights from our greatest Olympian, Sir Steve Redgrave, throughout the Olympic Games in Paris.
Sir Steve, who secured five Gold medals during his illustrious career, is often heralded as our greatest Olympic champion. At the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, Team GB only captured a single gold medal – and it was Steve, alongside Matthew Pinsent, who delivered that for the nation.
This was before National Lottery funding came into effect, which has dramatically improved the fortunes of British athletes. Thanks to National Lottery supporters, Team GB is now a major force on the global stage, securing 22 Golds and 64 medals at the previous Olympics in Tokyo.
