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Golden Glory: U.S. Women's Gymnastics Triumphs (4-minute read)

The U.S. women's gymnastics team dazzled at the Paris 2024 Olympics, clinching gold with stellar performances led by Simone Biles, who became the most decorated American gymnast with eight Olympic medals. Italy snagged silver, their first team medal since 1928, while Brazil celebrated their first-ever team medal with bronze. Despite a fall by Jordan Chiles, the team rallied with impressive routines on vault and floor. Newcomer Hezly Rivera also shone during qualifiers, securing her place in this historic victory.

Historic Bronze for U.S. Women's Rugby (2-minute read)

In a thrilling finish, the U.S. women's rugby sevens team won their first-ever Olympic medal, a bronze, by defeating Australia 14-12. Alex "Spiff" Sedrick's electrifying run in the final moments sealed the victory, showcasing the team's growth since their debut in 1987. This monumental win adds a new chapter to U.S. rugby history, setting a high bar for future competitions.

Coco Gauff's Upset Exit from Singles (3-minute read)

Coco Gauff, ranked No. 2 in the world, faced a surprising defeat at the hands of Croatia's Donna Vekic in the Olympic singles tournament. Controversy marred the match when a disputed line call went against Gauff during a critical point. Despite a strong start, leading 4-1 in the first set, Gauff couldn't maintain her momentum. Now, she looks to regroup and focus on the doubles events, aiming for an Olympic medal.

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U.S. U23s Advance to Soccer Quarterfinals (4-minute read)

The U.S. men's soccer team moved into the Olympic quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years with a commanding 3-0 victory over Guinea. Djordje Mihailović opened the scoring with a stunning free kick, and Kevin Paredes added a brace to seal the win. The team now prepares to face Morocco on August 2nd.

USA Men's Volleyball Triumphs Over Germany (4-minute read)

In a nail-biting five-set match, the U.S. men's volleyball team edged out Germany, with standout performances from Max Holt and Taylor Averill. The team leads Pool C with five points, thanks in part to their exceptional serving, including 11 aces. The U.S. will wrap up pool play against Japan, ranked second globally, with hopes of advancing to the knockout stages.

USA Reaches 3,000 Olympic Medals Milestone (3-minute read)

The United States surpassed 3,000 Olympic medals on Tuesday, a milestone unmatched by any other country, with no nation even reaching 1,500 combined medals. The U.S. women's gymnastics team secured the milestone with a gold medal in team competition, their first since a silver finish in Tokyo. The women's rugby sevens team earned its first-ever Olympic medal, a bronze, while swimmers Regan Smith and Katharine Berkoff won silver and bronze, respectively, in the 100-meter backstroke, with Berkoff clinching the historic 3,000th medal.

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Team USA vs. South Sudan (3-minute read)

Team USA's group stage at the 2024 Olympics featured a dominant 26-point win over Serbia, led by LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Despite South Sudan ranking much lower, they gave the Americans a close match in an earlier exhibition, losing by just one point. The rematch could see Team USA start strong.

USA Women Set for Clash with Australia (3-minute read)

The U.S. women's soccer team secured a spot in the quarterfinals with a 4-1 win over Germany, showcasing an impressive offensive display led by Trinity Rodman, Mallory Swanson, and Sophia Smith. They face Australia next, who made a dramatic comeback to win 6-5 against Zambia. Emma Hayes may rest key players, as they’ve already qualified for the next round. 

USA 3x3 Basketball Eyes Redemption Against Azerbaijan (3-minute read)

After a tough loss to Germany, Team USA looks to bounce back in pool play against Azerbaijan. With more games ahead, the team is focused on securing a semi-final spot. The top two teams from pool play will automatically advance, while the next four will compete for the final slots. The matchup against Azerbaijan is crucial for Team USA as they aim to keep their medal hopes alive, with the game scheduled for Wednesday, July 31st, at 3:30 p.m. ET.

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Trivia Question 💡

On this day in 2012, Michael Phelps won his 19th Olympic medal, setting a new record. How many medals did he ultimately win in his Olympic career?

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Trivia Answer 💡

Phelps finished with a record 28 Olympic medals, including 23 golds. Phelps’ total medal count is ten more than Soviet Union gymnast Larisa Latynina who is second overall.