2024 Paris Olympics LIVE: Team GB in action in triathlon mixed relay, Simone Biles looking to create gymnastics history and Keely Hodgkinson bids for 800m gold
Annie Emmerson, Former Team GB triathlete, speaking on BBC:
I truly believe Beth Potter gave her all; however, her fatigue from clinching the bronze in the individual event took its toll. You could see her exhaustion as she crossed the line.
SILVER for Team GB
Great Britain secures the silver!
Beth Potter’s final surge was enough to push the USA down to third, delivering an astonishing finish.
While it’s not the gold achieved in Tokyo, this silver medal is a testament to their effort.
Alex Yee and Beth Potter can now add a relay medal to their individual accolades.
Additionally, Sam Dickinson claims his first Olympic medal and Georgia Taylor-Brown secures her first medal of these Games.
What an exhilarating start to the day!
Germany grabs GOLD in mixed triathlon
Laura Lindemann is making a significant move, sprinting away with remarkable speed.
However, wait – Beth Potter seems to find a second wind as she catches up, leveling with Taylor Knibb.
They are in a sprint along the straight, it’s an incredible sight.
Germany clinches the gold, but who grabs the silver? Both GB and the USA finish neck and neck, leading into a photo finish.
Beth Potter collapses to the ground, embodying her struggle – she left it all out there. What a phenomenal finish!
Yet another medal for Great Britain.
USA leads into final lap
Oh no, it appears Beth Potter is now in third place.
I mentioned she appeared fatigued and now, heading into the final lap, she is being overtaken by both Taylor Knibb and Laura Lindemann.
Can she catch up? She’s known for her fast finishes.
They haven’t completely dropped her yet, but time is running out.
Potter’s transition maintains GB’s lead
What a thrilling few moments we are witnessing in the mixed triathlon.
Beth Potter’s lead shrank from 12 seconds as both Taylor Knibb of the USA and Germany’s Laura Lindemann overtook her.
Yet, her transition from bike to run was exceptional, allowing her to reclaim the lead by a narrow margin.
Potter is an incredible runner, but she does seem to be feeling the effects.
This morning in Paris
Let’s take a look at the exciting events lined up for this morning.
Shooting – men’s 25m rapid pistol final
Climbing – men’s boulder & lead semi-final
Gymnastics – men’s parallel bars final
Athletics – women’s 400m round one
Gymnastics – women’s beam final (featuring Simone Biles)
GB currently leads the mixed triathlon
This day could start with a golden victory for Team GB.
Currently, Great Britain is in the lead in the mixed triathlon relay with Beth Potter excelling on the final leg.
The bronze medalist from the individual event has surged ahead on the bike, creating a significant gap between her and second-placed Taylor Knibb from the USA.
It looks like Gold number 11 might be within reach now.
Good morning!
Today promises to be a fantastic day!
How is everyone feeling today? Last night was quite an event!
It’s day 10 of the Olympics in Paris, and it has a tough act to follow after the excitement of day nine. I can still hardly believe Noah Lyles won the 100m.
Let’s not forget, action is already underway today with the mixed triathlon nearing its conclusion.
So, let’s get the day started!
Key Updates
Team GB wins SILVER
Germany claims GOLD in mixed triathlon
This morning in Paris
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2024 Paris Olympics LIVE: Team GB in action in mixed relay triathlon, Simone Biles aiming for gymnastics glory and Keely Hodgkinson chasing 800m gold