Simone Biles made her Paris Olympics debut and led her qualifying group despite getting her left ankle taped due to discomfort. Meanwhile, Rafael Nadal won his singles match and the U.S. men’s basketball team beat Serbia, improving their record to 56-0 when scoring more than 100 points. LeBron James and Kevin Durant led the team to a 110-84 victory in their tournament opener.
Kevin Durant made a strong return to the U.S. Olympic team, scoring 21 points in the first half of his debut game at the Paris Games against Serbia. He didn’t miss a shot in the half, helping the team to a 58-49 lead. The victory marked a successful start for the Americans in their bid for a fifth consecutive gold medal. Nadal also won his singles match and is set to face Novak Djokovic in the next round.
Organizers canceled a pre-race triathlon event in the Seine River due to concerns about water quality, following heavy rain during the opening ceremony. Biles, despite an injury scare during warm-up, performed well in the gymnastics qualifying round, posting a score of 59.566. Her teammate Sunisa Lee finished second, showing a strong start for the U.S. gymnastics team.
U.S. gymnastics coach Cecile Landi expressed pride in Biles despite not specifically addressing the injury she experienced. Biles skipped a new element in her uneven bars routine but still put on a flawless execution. She had her ankle taped but continued with her performance, aiming to reclaim the Olympic title. Stars like Tom Cruise, Snoop Dogg, and Ariana Grande attended Biles’ competition, showing support for the American gymnast.
The U.S. men’s basketball team, led by LeBron James and Kevin Durant, emerged victorious in their tournament opener against Serbia. James and Durant were dominant in the game as the Americans showcased their firepower. The victory improved the team’s overall record in Olympic play to 144-6. Durant’s return to the team marked a strong start in their quest for another gold medal.
Rafael Nadal won his singles match and is set to face Novak Djokovic in the next round of the Olympics. Nadal, known for his success on clay courts, showed his skill on the hard court in Paris. Despite an injury scare during the match, Nadal secured the win and is looking ahead to a blockbuster showdown with Djokovic. The Paris Games have seen high-profile attendees like Hollywood stars and musicians showing support for the athletes.
