July 28, 2024: As Paris 2024 continues to dazzle, Day 2 promises a thrilling lineup of events and medal ceremonies under the sun-soaked skies of the French capital. After a rainy Saturday, Sunday, July 28, is set to deliver clear, sunny weather, perfect for an action-packed day of Olympic competition. With thirteen medal events scheduled, here’s your guide to the key moments you won’t want to miss:
Artistic Gymnastics: Simone Biles Makes a Grand Return
In a highly anticipated return to the Paris 2024 Olympic stage, Simone Biles is set to make her debut at Paris 2024. Three years after stepping away from the Tokyo 2020 women’s team all-around final, Biles will compete in the women’s artistic gymnastics qualification at the Bercy Arena. The qualification round kicks off at 9:30 a.m. local time, with Biles aiming to secure spots in both the individual all-around and apparatus finals.
Basketball: South Sudan’s Historic Olympic Debut
South Sudan’s men’s basketball team is set to make history as they play their first-ever Olympic match against Puerto Rico at 11:00 a.m. local time. Formed just seven years ago, South Sudan’s journey to the Olympics is a testament to their rapid rise in the sport, having earned their spot by becoming the top African team at the 2023 FIBA Men’s Basketball World Cup. Team USA will also take to the court against Serbia at 5:15 p.m. local time, marking the start of their quest for gold.
Swimming: Léon Marchand Aims to End France’s Gold Drought
France’s hopes in the pool rest on the shoulders of world record holder Léon Marchand. With France having not won gold in swimming since London 2012, Marchand will compete in the men’s 400m individual medley final at 8:30 p.m. local time, provided he advances from the morning heats at 11:00 a.m. local time. Additionally, the evening will feature the men’s 100m breaststroke final at 9:54 p.m., where British swimmer Adam Peaty aims to defend his Olympic title.
Medal Events to Watch on day two of Paris Olympics 2024
- Archery: Women’s team medal matches from 4:48 p.m. to 5:34 p.m. local time
- Canoe Slalom: Women’s K-1 final at 5:45 p.m. local time
- Cycling (Mountain Bike): Women’s cross-country from 2:10 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. local time
- Fencing: Women’s foil and men’s épée individual medal bouts from 8:50 p.m. to 10:40 p.m. local time
- Judo: Men’s -66kg and women’s -52kg medal contests from 5:18 p.m. to 6:19 p.m. local time
- Shooting: Men’s 10m air pistol final at 9:30 a.m. and women’s 10m air pistol final at 12:00 p.m. local time
- Skateboarding: Women’s street final from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. local time
- Swimming: Men’s 400m individual medley final at 8:30 p.m., women’s 100m butterfly final at 8:45 p.m., and men’s 100m breaststroke final at 9:54 p.m. local time
Stay tuned to our coverage for live updates and highlights from Paris 2024 these exciting events. Whether you’re a fan of gymnastics, basketball, or swimming, Day 2 of Paris 2024 is set to offer something for every sports enthusiast.
