The Climbing competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has concluded, marking the debut of the new format where speed climbing was separated from boulder and lead events.

In a sport where scores hinge on both creativity and originality, she aimed to offer the judges a truly unique perspective. Her goal was to stand out by presenting something distinctive, ensuring her performance would be remembered not just for skill, but for its innovative approach.

Imane Khelif's pursuit of gold captured the hearts of her hometown, where she received overwhelming support. As she fought for victory, her community rallied behind her, offering encouragement and pride, highlighting the strong connection between the athlete and her roots.

The French central bank said on Friday that "the nation's economy should get a considerable bump from the Olympic and Paralympic Games" which is expected to boost the national GDP in the third quarter (Q3) by 0.5% points.

The teams from Brazil and Canada faced off on Friday 9 August for the Gold, while in the men's category the final, on Saturday will be between Germany and Sweden.

The hosts France defeated Germany 73-69 on Thursday 8 August to reach the final of the Olympic men's basketball and will face four-time reigning champions the United States for gold.

Luo Shifang from the People's Republic of China won the weightlifting 59kg gold medal with a total of 241 kg at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on Thursday 8 August.

The remaining 26 athletes were selected through last year's World Championships, the respective continental Games (Africa, Asia, Europe, Pan American and Oceania) and the Olympic Qualification Series (OQS).

Wednesday 7 August was the day for one part of the semifinals, where Paris Bercy witnessed another triumphant afternoon for France.

Due to its pollution, the River Seine has been a headache for the Paris 2024 organisers with athletes falling ill, cancellations to events set to be held in the river and endless controversies. Now, surprisingly, it seems there is an 'okay' to swim in it.

Hou Zhihui of the People's Republic of China defended her Olympic title in dramatic fashion at the South Paris Arena on Wednesday 7 August setting an Olympic record in the clean-and-jerk.

In men's, France extends its streak of finals appearances and will now face a formidable Poland in a tightly anticipated match on 10 August. Meanwhile, the USA and Italy will compete for the bronze medal.

The men's football tournament at the Paris Games now has two teams that will compete for the gold medal. It's a historic European football classic, with the reigning European champions, Spain against the host nation France.

Hampton Morris tied an Olympic record 172 kg clean & jerk en route to earning a bronze medal in the 61 kg session in Paris on Wednesday as he lifted 126/172/298 to earn bronze behind Thailand’s Theerapong Silachai (303 kg) and China’s Li Fabin (310 kg).