The Olympic Games Paris 2024 is here!
Here are the things you need to know:
As of August 11, 6:52 a.m.
Team USA takes home its fifth straight and 17th overall medal in the Olympic Games after defeating France in the Paris 2024 men's basketball finals.
[ALSO READ: Steph Curry, Team USA frustrate host France to seize 5th straight, 17th overall Olympic gold in Paris 2024]
Like Algeria's Imane Khelif, Chinese Taipei's Lin Yu-ting rose above the criticism to win boxing gold. The awarding became a rollercoaster ride from tears to smiles, led by Nesthy Petecio.
[ALSO READ: Unity with a groufie: Nesthy Petecio leads heartwarming podium moment as embattled boxer Lin Yu-ting wins gold]
Assessing her performance, Dottie Ardina shared that she was happy with her progress as the Paris 2024 women's golf individual stroke play wore on.
[ALSO READ: Dottie Ardina hopes to get another crack at the Olympics after commendable debut in Paris 2024]
Brazil, second best in women's volleyball in Tokyo three years ago, assumes its spot in the podium once again in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Brazil trounces Turkiye, secures bronze medal for back-to-back podium finishes in Paris 2024 women’s volleyball]
The United States ended a 12-year-long drought in women's football after bringing home the gold medal in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Mallory Swanson’s lone goal secures gold medal for USWNT against Brazil in Paris 2024]
So close yet so far for Bianca Pagdanganan in Paris 2024, but she proved the Philippines could hang with the best of the golfers in the Olympic Games.
[ALSO READ: 'I want our names up there': Emotional Bianca Pagdanganan speaks on Paris 2024 campaign after fourth finish in women’s golf]
As of August 10, 11:55 p.m.
Stunning results for golfers Bianca Pagdanganan (T4) and Dottie Ardina (T13) in Paris 2024.
It marked the first time that multiple Philippine golfers finished inside the top 15 of the women’s competition in the Olympics.
[ALSO READ: Bianca Pagdanganan finishes fourth for best PH golf result in Olympics, Dottie Ardina surges to 13th in Paris 2024]
It will be medalists Carlos Yulo and Aira Villegas waving the flag for the Philippines in the closing ceremonies.
Carlos Yulo won two gold medals in the artistic gymnastics while Aira Villegas copped a bronze in her Olympic debut in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Olympic medalists Carlos Yulo, Aira Villegas to carry PH flag in Paris 2024 closing ceremonies]
The Philippine Olympic Committee clarified that the apparel problems faced by the golf team at Paris 2024 were due to logistics issues.
[ALSO READ: POC clarifies golfers' apparel issue during Paris 2024]
France became just the third nation to successfully defend a men's Olympic volleyball title, after defeating Poland in the Paris 2024 finals.
[ALSO READ: France defends Olympic gold in men’s volleyball after sweeping world no. 1 Poland]
Serbia marks its return to Olympic basketball with a Paris 2024 bronze medal at the expense of world champion Germany.
[ALSO READ: Nikola Jokic completes historic triple-double as Serbia beats Germany for Paris 2024 bronze]
Bianca Pagdanganan and Dottie Ardina are both within 10 shots for the lead in the final round of women's golf in the Olympics.
[ALSO READ: Bianca Pagdanganan, Dottie Ardina present final shots for Philippines to win Paris 2024 medals]
The French women's basketball team wins the first overtime game at the Olympics in the knockout phase for 24 years. They also set up a double finals against the USA for both the men's and women's titles.
[ALSO READ: France sets up dream home finals, beats Belgium in overtime of Olympic Games Paris 2024 women's basketball]
Imane Khelif, who has been the subject of bullying and criticism all throughout Paris 2024, shook off the negativity to win the Olympic gold medal in the women's 66kg division.
[ALSO READ: Unbowed, unbent, unbroken: Imane Khelif wins Algeria's first Olympic gold in women's boxing during Paris 2024]
Spain bagged its first Olympic gold medal in men's football since 1992, with a thrilling 5-3 victory over host France in the Paris 2024 finals.
[ALSO READ: Sergio Camello's extra-time goals lift Spain past France in thrilling Paris 2024 men's football final]
Twenty-year-old Vanessa Sarno still has a bright future ahead despite her early exit in the Olympic Games Paris 2024 women's weightlifting 71kg category on Saturday, Aug. 10 (Philippine time).
[ALSO READ: Vanessa Sarno bows out with no-lift in snatch in Paris 2024]
Bianca Pagdanganan vows to be aggressive yet smart for the final day of women's golf later on Saturday in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: 'Go big or go home': Bianca Pagdanganan vows to go all in for final golf round in Paris 2024]
USA remains on track of claiming its eight straight and tenth overall gold medal in Olympic women's basketball after flattening Australia in Paris 2024 on Saturday, Aug. 10.
[ALSO READ: Unstoppable USA roars to finals after denying rival Australia in Paris 2024 women's basketball]
Entering the medal round tomorrow, it would take Bianca Pagdanganan and Dottie Ardina a near-flawless outing to even get a shot of reaching the podium.
[ALSO READ: Bianca Pagdanganan slips to joint 13th, Dottie Ardina rises to no. 23 after Round 3 of women's golf]
As of August 9
The United States avenged its five-set heartbreak in the men's volleyball semifinals to take home the bronze medal in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: USA clinches bronze medal in men’s volleyball after shutting door on Italy]
Philippine golfer Dottie Ardina jumped up double digits in the Round 3 rankings of Paris 2024, after finishing three-under par.
[ALSO READ: Golfer Dottie Ardina welcomes steadier Round 3 performance in Paris 2024]
Nesthy Petecio may look to complete the Olympic medals with a golden finish in LA 2028. But by then, the Pinay boxer will be 36 years old.
[ALSO READ: Still yearning for Olympic gold, Nesthy Petecio admits age might not be on her side come LA 2028]
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will be honoring two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo and the rest of Team Philippines by Tuesday.
[ALSO READ: Malacañang to honor Paris 2024 Olympians with heroes' parade, reception]
The Philippine boxing team will be going home with two bronze medals from the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: 'Our flag still rises with the best': ABAP chairman Ricky Vargas thanks boxers for Paris 2024 bronze medals]
As of August 9, 7:45 a.m.
World No. 1 Italy will make its maiden Olympic finals appearance after securing another straight-set victory over fourth-ranked Turkey, which it also beat in pool play, in Paris 2024 women's volleyball.
[ALSO READ: Italy sweeps Turkey, reaches first Olympic finals in women's volleyball in Paris 2024]
Team USA outgunned Serbia, 32-15, in the fourth quarter to snatch the victory and advance to the gold medal match in Paris 2024 men's basketball.
[ALSO READ: Team USA explodes in fourth quarter, beats Serbia in come-from-behind fashion to advance to finals]
As of August 9, 3:11 a.m.
France overcame a slow start to turn Germany back, advancing to the men's basketball finals of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Host France holds off world champion Germany to reach second straight Olympic men's basketball finals]
A much better outing in the green can be a great starting point for Dottie Ardina in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: 'Played better today' | Philippine golfer Dottie Ardina sounds off on better second-round outing in Paris 2024]
Elreen Ando already knows what she needs to improve on following her sixth place finish in Paris 2024 as she looks to participate in the Games in Los Angeles four years from now.
[ALSO READ: Elreen Ando sets her sights on LA 2028 after hitting new personal, Philippine records in Paris]
Team Philippines’ Bianca Pagdanganan and Dottie Ardina are moving upwards with the women’s individual stroke play of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at the halfway point.
[ALSO READ: Golfer Bianca Pagdanganan rises to joint sixth, Dottie Ardina joins three others in 36th after Round 2 in Paris 2024]
As of August 8
Philippine golfer Bianca Pagdanganan is within striking distance of a podium finish, if she continues her run in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: 'Something bigger than yourself': Bianca Pagdanganan speaks on representing Philippines after tournament-best outing so far in Paris 2024]
Despite not finishing with a medal, Elreen Ando showed great improvement as she recorded a new personal best in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Weightlifter Elreen Ando finishes sixth in women’s 59kg, sets personal best in Paris 2024]
Tokyo 2020 gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz and Paris 2024 gold medalist Carlos Yulo had an emotional meeting in France as they celebrated the latter's historic double gold in the Olympics.
[ALSO READ: Olympic gold medalists Hidilyn Diaz and Carlos Yulo trade heartwarming messages after meeting in Paris]
As of August 8, 5:28 a.m.
Nesthy Petecio believes she landed clearer punches in the crucial third round that went in the way of Poland's Julia Szeremeta in the Paris 2024 semifinals.
[ALSO READ: Nesthy Petecio proud of Paris 2024 campaign, but left questioning judges’ scores after close semis loss]
Pinay boxer Nesthy Petecio fell short in returning to Olympic finals after losing to her Polish opponent in the semifinals of Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Nesthy Petecio takes home Paris 2024 bronze after semis upset to 20-year-old Polish foe]
Dottie Ardina finally makes her Olympic Games debut in Paris 2024, after she skipped Rio 2016.
[ALSO READ: Golfer Dottie Ardina shows positive mentality despite rough debut in Paris 2024]
Philippine golfer Bianca Pagdanganan finished Round 1 of women's individual stroke play at joint 13th during the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: 'Nakakataba talaga ng puso': Golfer Bianca Pagdanganan cherishes Philippine support in Paris 2024]
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo and girlfriend Chloe Anjeleigh San Jose are living their Parisian dreams as they make unforgettable memories together in the City of Love.
[ALSO READ: Lovers in Paris: Double Olympic champ Carlos Yulo and girlfriend Chloe make golden moments in the City of Love]
There's still lot of work to be done for Philippine golfers Bianca Pagdanganan and Dottie Ardina in the next three rounds of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Bianca Pagdanganan lands joint 13th, Dottie Ardina joint 40th after Round 1 of golf]
As of August 7
While John Ceniza's mind wanted him to lift and win, his body simply betrayed him.
[ALSO READ: John Ceniza admits shoulder injury bothered him in frustrating end to Paris 2024 campaign]
John Ceniza's campaign the 61kg men’s weightlifting of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 ended in disappointment.
[ALSO READ: John Ceniza bows out of Paris 2024 weightlifting]
No excuses for EJ Obiena but the world no. 2 pole vaulter did admit that his spine injury had affected his performance and training for the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: “I couldn't move right away” | EJ Obiena reveals details on spine injury prior to Paris 2024 campaign]
World no. 2 EJ Obiena is prioritizing his recovery from a spine injury before mapping out his career plans in the coming years, which includes possibly competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
[ALSO READ: EJ Obiena keeps door open for 2028 LA Olympics, focuses first on keeping world no. 2 status]
Aira Villegas' first Olympics journey is a fruitful one despite ending with a loss as she takes home a bronze medal from Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Bronze medalist Aira Villegas takes tough Olympic loss in stride: 'Ginawa ko yung best ko']
First-time Olympian Aira Villegas will take home a bronze medal from Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Aira Villegas caps maiden Olympics run with bronze medal for the Philippines from Paris 2024]
As of August 6
The yearning for Olympic redemption will only grow stronger for EJ Obiena and Eumir Marcial.
[ALSO READ: Eumir Marcial gives EJ Obiena pat on the back after 4th place finish in Paris 2024 pole vault]
Double Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo addresses the controversies surrounding his personal life, including matters related to his mother, Angelica Yulo, and his girlfriend, Chloe San Jose.
[ALSO READ: “Napatawad ko na kayo a long time ago” | Olympics champion Carlos Yulo seeks reconciliation amidst family controversies]
Hurdler John Cabang Tolentino was able to warmup in the morning before deciding to withdraw from the repechage round of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 men's 110m Hurdles repechage round.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: John Cabang Tolentino experienced groin and hip pain prior to the men's 110m Hurdles repechage round]
John Cabang Tolentino was supposed to compete in the men's 110m repechage but announced he was withdrawing due to an injury.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Filipino hurdler John Cabang Tolentino withdraws from repechage]
As the famous Japanese saying goes, “Nanakorobi, yaoki” which means “fall down seven times, stand up eight". EJ Obiena will not stay down and vows to rise after the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: 'I will get back up': As reality still sinks in, EJ Obiena vows to bounce back after missed podium outing in Olympic Games Paris 2024]
As of August 6, 2:24 p.m.
Going into Paris 2024, EJ Obiena had been facing a lot of challenges. It didn't stop the pole vaulter from reaching fourth place, but it was one jump short of the Olympic podium.
[ALSO READ: What's next for EJ Obiena? World no. 2 pole vaulter mulls options, but shares priority after Paris 2024]
"I came up short, I'm sorry."
EJ Obiena finished in fourth place after a grind-out pole vault finale in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: EJ Obiena apologizes after "painful" finish results in barely missing Olympic medal for Paris 2024]
Mondo Duplantis made it look easy, breaking the Olympic and world record for men's pole vault on his way to back-to-back gold medals in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: No. 1 Armand Duplantis smashes Olympic and world records on his way to second straight gold medal]
EJ Obiena couldn’t clear 5.95 meters and narrowly misses the podium, ending up in fourth place in the Olympic Games Paris 2024 for pole vault
[ALSO READ: No medal for EJ Obiena as he finishes 4th in Paris 2024 pole vault]
As of August 5
Lauren Hoffman’s emotional farewell captures the essence of her relentless spirit and her deep connection to her homeland, making her Olympic debut a poignant end to a remarkable journey.
[ALSO READ: Hurdler Lauren Hoffman’s Filipina spirit soars in her Olympic debut]
Mark Yulo is also confident Caloy and his mother Angelica will be able to mend fences soon.
[ALSO READ: Mark Yulo a proud dad after Caloy’s golden performance in Paris 2024]
Two-time gold medalist Carlos Yulo flips his life—literally.
[ALSO READ: “HM po?” | What’s in store for Carlos Yulo after historic Olympic double gold medal]
Two-time world champion and now double Olympic gold medalist. By accomplishments and context, Carlos Yulo is a certified GOAT and the greatest Philippine Olympian, a title he might hold on to through our lifetime and the next.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Yulo is no longer just mere "Golden Boy," he is the GOAT]
Carlos Yulo takes not just one, but two gold medals in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Sleep-deprived Carlos Yulo pulls off golden performance in Paris 2024 vault]
Nesthy Petecio gets closer and closer to her goal of bagging her – and the country's – desired gold medal in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: ‘Walang hinto hangga’t walang ginto’ | Nesthy Petecio not letting up despite guaranteed Olympic medal in Paris 2024]
As of August 4
Carlos Yulo, who handed the Philippines its first gold in the Olympic Games Paris 2024 a day prior, just added to the count Sunday, Aug. 4.
[ALSO READ: Double delight for Carlos Yulo as he strikes gold a second time in vault in Paris 2024]
Nesthy Petecio joins Hidilyn Diaz as the only Filipinas with multiple Olympic medals after making it to the semifinals in women's 57kg in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Nesthy Petecio schools Chinese foe, assured of another Olympic medal in Paris 2024]
Tough out for Lauren Hoffman in the women's 400m hurdles, finishing 8th in her preliminary heat.
[ALSO READ: Lauren Hoffman moves to repechage after tough 400m hurdles in Paris 2024]
With the pressure of the Olympic Games on his shoulders, Carlos Yulo’s girlfriend, Chloe Anjeleigh San Jose, is his ultimate source of strength and inspiration.
[ALSO READ: “Hi, I’m a fan po” | How Golden Boy Carlos Yulo and GF Chloe San Jose met]
John Cabang Tolentino clocked in at 13.66 seconds in his heat for the men’s 110m hurdles, which is only good for 6th place.
[ALSO READ: John Cabang Tolentino relegated to repechage in men's 110m hurdles of Paris 2024]
As difficult as the journey has been to the Olympic Games Paris 2024, Carlos Yulo believed in himself that he could win. His gold medal in floor exercise is a realization of his self manifestation.
[ALSO READ: The little gymnast the could: Carlos Yulo believed he can win in the Olympics, and then he did]
As of August 4, 1:16 a.m.
The Philippines is officially in the medal tally with Carlos Yulo's gold medal in artistic gymnastics!
Pinoy gymnast Carlos Yulo still couldn't believe his golden moment in Paris 2024 amid all the ups and downs since Tokyo 2020.
[ALSO READ: 'Perfect moment': Golden boy Carlos Yulo bares raw emotions after historic gold medal finish in Paris 2024]
Legend recognizes legend. There are now two Olympic gold medalists for the Philippines: Hidilyn Diaz and Carlos Yulo.
[ALSO READ: History-makers: Tokyo 2020 winner Hidilyn Diaz celebrates Paris 2024 gold medalist Carlos Yulo]
After all his struggles, Carlos Yulo is officially an Olympic gold medalist after bagging first place in the floor exercise of Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: History! Carlos Yulo bags Philippines' first-ever Olympic gold medal in floor exercise of Paris 2024]
No redemption for Tokyo 2020 silver medalist Carlo Paalam, as he misses out the medal rounds of boxing in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Carlo Paalam bows out in Paris 2024, succumbs to Australian foe in men’s boxing quarterfinal]
At one point, it seemed EJ Obiena’s Olympic medal dream was going down the drain. But he is now through to the pole vault finals, thanks to his coach.
[ALSO READ: Coach's call: EJ Obiena shares how he survived early scare in Paris 2024 men’s pole vault]
As of August 3, 8:55 p.m.
Japan ace Sarina Koga ends her volleyball career with a win in the Olympics.
[ALSO READ: Sarina Koga wins her farewell game as Japan sweeps Kenya to end Paris 2024 campaign]
World no. 2 China give themselves a chance to advance in women's basketball of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: China gets first win after beating Puerto Rico, but quarterfinals slot in Paris 2024 not sure yet]
EJ Obiena is through to the men's pole vault finals of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: World no. 2 EJ Obiena survives early scare, qualifies for finals of men's pole vault in Paris 2024]
First-timer Slovenia stuns Olympic champion France, while USA gets the upper hand against Japan in men's volleyball of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Slovenia upsets defending champ France, USA goes on top in Paris 2024 men's volleyball]
Germany secured the top spot in Group B heading into the men's basketball quarterfinals of Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Franz Wagner, Germany crush France to take top spot in Group B men's basketball]
Novak Djokovic is just a match away from an Olympic gold that has remained elusive in his legendary 21-year career.
[ALSO READ: Novak Djokovic beats Lorenzo Musetti, faces Carlos Alcaraz in both players' first-ever Olympic final]
Nesthy Petecio is one step closer to bringing another Olympic medal for the Philippine boxing team, along with Carlo Paalam and Aira Villegas.
[ALSO READ: 'We CAN': Nesthy Petecio carries hopes of PH boxing team after smashing round of 16 victory in Paris 2024]
Filipina boxer Nesthy Petecio made sure to silence the French crowd as she dominated Amani Zidani and advance to the quarterfinals of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Nesthy Petecio moves one step closer to second Olympic medal, outclasses French foe to advance to quarterfinals]
As of August 2, 11:16 p.m.
Chinese Taipei's Lin Yu-ting, the other boxer under scrutiny for failing IBA's eligibility criteria, is through to the women's 57kg quarterfinals. She is in the same weight division as Nesthy Petecio.
Carlos Alcaraz just became the youngest Olympic men's tennis singles finalist since 1988 after a dominant win over Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Alcaraz crushes Felix Auger-Aliassime, barges into gold medal match in Paris 2024]
The public debate on the qualifications of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and Chinese Taipei's Lin Yu-ting to compete in the women's division of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 has brought up the dispute between the IOC and IBA.
[ALSO READ: EXPLAINED | IOC defends boxers Imane Khelif, Lin Yu-ting in Paris 2024 controversy, IBA reiterates their ineligibility]
Joanie Delgaco also concluded her first Olympic stint as the the second-best performing Asian rower, and the top-ranked Southeast Asian paddler in Paris.
[ALSO READ: Just Row and the Rest will Follow: Joanie Delgaco shares how Olympic Solidarity scholarship offer came through after impressive Paris 2024 debut]
Jarod Hatch could not contain his emotions in talking about his performance in the men’s 100-meter butterfly.
[ALSO READ: "It just wasn’t there today": Emotional Jarod Hatch speaks on early elimination in Paris 2024]
Unlike his compatriot Kyla Sanchez, Fil-Am swimmer Jarod Hatch was unable to secure a semifinal seat in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Jarod Hatch ends Paris 2024 campaign with early exit in 100-meter butterfly event]
Joanie Delgaco ended her stint as the first Filipina rower in the Olympics at 20th place.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Joanie Delgaco finishes 2nd in Final D, 20th overall in women’s singles sculls]
Carlos Yulo’s most important Olympic gear is definitely not what you'd expect.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Yulo shares why he brings tupperware to the Olympic Games Paris 2024]
As of August 2, 5:24 a.m.
Aira Villegas made sure Team Philippines will not be losing another boxer in the Olympic Games Paris 2024, after advancing to the quarterfinals of the women’s 50kg class.
[ALSO READ: Aira Villegas dedicates round of 16 victory to PH boxing teammates after their early exit in Paris 2024]
Aira Villegas continues her solid run in Paris 2024 after defeating Algeria's Roumaysa Boualam to advance to the quarterfinals of the women's 50kg division.
[ALSO READ: Birthday victory: Aira Villegas advances to quarterfinals after overcoming Algerian foe in Paris 2024]
Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Chinese Taipei are both under scrutiny as they compete in the Olympic Games. The IOC has backed the two boxers in the women's division despite being disqualified by IBA for failing eligibility criteria.
[ALSO READ: Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who faced gender test issues, wins after opponent quits in Paris 2024]
Novak Djokovic became the first player to make it to the semifinals in the Olympics four times after it sent off Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Novak Djokovic downs Stefanos Tsitsipas, reaches historic fourth Olympic semifinal]
Team USA overcame a feisty Belgium squad to secure their quarterfinals ticket in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Team USA advances to quarterfinals after overwhelming Belgium, extends Olympic winning streak to 57 games]
World no. 5 China showcased dominance from start to finish, sweeping world no. 19 France to secure their spot in the quarterfinals of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 women's volleyball.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: China dominates France to secure quarterfinals spot in women's volleyball]
American gymnast Simone Biles is back on top after reclaiming her all-around gold in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Simone Biles bags historic second Olympic all-around gymnastics gold medal]
World No. 1 and reigning Volleyball Nations League (VNL) champion Italy delivered a masterclass, sweeping the Netherlands 3-0 to book a spot in the women’s volleyball quarterfinals.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: VNL champ Italy beats Netherlands for women's volleyball quarterfinals slot]
Carlos Alcaraz fought from 1-4 down in the second set to complete his quarterfinal victory over Tommy Paul in the Olympic Games Paris 2024 men's tennis on Thursday, August 1.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Alcaraz turns back Tommy Paul, reaches semis in Paris 2024 men's tennis]
Beaten by Japan in the semifinals of the Volleyball Nations League, Brazil took revenge in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Revenge served: Brazil gets back at Japan to reach women's volleyball quarterfinals of Paris 2024]
Chinese Zheng Qinwen's first win in seven meetings against Polish star Iga Swiatek came at the most opportune time – in the Last Four of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Zheng Qinwen scores huge upset over Iga Swiatek, becomes first Chinese to reach Olympic tennis singles final]
Satou Sabally delivered a masterful all-time Top 10 single game scoring performance in the Olympic Games with 33 points for Germany
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Satou Sabally drops record 33 vs Japan, pushes Germany to women's basketball quarterfinals]
From the first step on the Olympic stage to battling against her idol, Hergie Bacyadan savored a truly unforgettable experience in Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: From Hergie, With Heart: Boxer Hergie Bacyadan extends gratitude to Pinoy fans after Paris 2024 exit]
As of August 1, 3:16 a.m.
Despite a bad start, Carlos Yulo impressed in several apparatuses to finish 12th in the men's gymnastics all-around finals of Paris 2024.
In his first individual all-around finals, Caloy showed additional potential in rings as well.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Yulo misses out on medal finish, finishes 12th in Paris 2024 all-around gymnastics finals]
The United States scored a crucial volleyball victory over rivals Serbia to boost their quarterfinal hopes in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Reigning Olympic champions USA escape world champions Serbia in five-set volleyball thriller]
Serbia chalked up its first win after an opening day loss to Team USA in the Olympic Games Paris 2024 men’s basketball.
[ALSO READ: Nikola Jokic posts near triple-double as Serbia thrashes Puerto Rico in Paris 2024]
Tokyo 2020 silver medalist Carlo Paalam turned the ring into a chess match while punching his way to the quarterfinals of the the men's 57kg boxing in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Brains and brawn: Boxer Carlos Paalam outwits his way to Paris 2024 quarterfinals]
July 31, 10:28 p.m.
On to the quarterfinals! Filipino boxer Carlo Paalam schooled his 22-year-old foe from Ireland, Jude Gallagher in the men's 57kg round of 16.
[ALSO READ: Carlo Paalam pummels Irish foe to win via unanimous decision, advances to the quarterfinals in Paris 2024]
Legend Gennady "GGG" Golovkin might give Philippine boxer Eumir Marcial the answer to his current dilemma after his stunning opening-round exit at the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Eumir Marcial receives comfort, advice from boxing legend Gennady Golovkin after Paris 2024 exit]
This might be Hergie Bacdayan's first and last Olympic appearance. But as they say, never say never.
[ALSO READ: Hergie Bacyadan laments lack of experience in defeat against ‘idol’ Li Quan, mulls giving Olympics another shot]
Hergie Bacdayan is the latest Filipino boxer to crash out in the Olympic Games Paris 2024 after Eumir Marcial.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Hergie Bacyadan suffers early exit in Olympic debut against Chinese foe]
Joanie Delgaco will wrap up her first Olympic stint on Friday, August 2 in the Finals D of the women’s singles sculls event of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Joanie Delgaco will wrap up her first Olympic stint on Friday, August 2 in the Finals D of the women’s singles sculls event of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.]
A truly unfortunate incident but Eumir Marcial offered no excuses as his Paris 2024 quest ended abruptly.
[ALSO READ: Eumir Marcial still ‘at loss for words’ after early exit in Paris 2024, admits suffering injury in Olympics build-up]
Filipina Rower Joanie Delgaco continues her rowing journey as she competes in the D finals of the Olympic Games Paris 2024
[ALSO READ: Rower Joanie Delgaco (Philippines) relegated to D finals after 5th place finish in the semifinals C/D]
Three rounds into his second Olympics stint, Eumir Marcial’s golden dreams turned into a nightmare after an early exit from Paris 2024
[ALSO READ: Eumir Marcial left vulnerable after shock Olympic exit: 'Yung pangarap ko biglang gumuho']
Kayla Sanchez could not follow up her strong qualifying run as she ends her Paris 2024 campaign in the women's 100m freestyle semifinals.
[ALSO READ: Kayla Sanchez ends Paris 2024 run in semifinals of 100m freestyle]
Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist Eumir Marcial couldn't find the winning blow against his Uzbek foe, failing to move on to the men's 80kg quarterfinals at Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: Eumir Marcial absorbs shocking early exit from Paris 2024 after losing to young Uzbek foe]
July 30, 7:07 p.m.
In her Olympic debut for Team Philippines, Kayla Sanchez advances to the semifinals after finishing in the top-10 in women's 100m freestyle.
[Related: Paris 2024: Kayla Sanchez barges into women's 100-meter freestyle semifinals after resetting national record]
July 30, 5:18 p.m.
It's another challenging Olympic stint for judoka Kiyomi Watanabe, who bowed out of Paris 2024 after a round 1 loss in women's 63-kg.
[Related: Judoka Kiyomi Watanabe makes early exit as she fails to overcome Chinese opponent]
July 30, 4:03 p.m.
Despite a gutsy effort, Filipina rower Joanie Delgaco has been relegated to the classification round of women's single sculls in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[Related: Philippine rower Joanie Delgaco relegated to semifinals C/D in Paris 2024]
July 30, 12:40 a.m.
NBA veteran Chase Budinger won his Olympic debut in beach volleyball as his team with Miles Evans beat a pair from hosts France for a strong Paris 2024 start.
[Related: Former NBA player Chase Budinger wins Olympic debut in beach volleyball]
July 29, 10:34 p.m.
In a historic 60th clash, Novak Djokovic eliminated Beijing 2008 champion Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros, a rare loss for the Spanish legend at the venue where he won most of his Grand Slams.
[Related: Novak Djokovic weathers Rafael Nadal comeback to win historic 60th showdown in Paris 2024 tennis]
July 29, 10:17 p.m.
It's a day of upsets in women's basketball, as Olympic first-timers Germany shocked the European champions in Belgium.
[Related: Germany pulls off upset vs. European champion Belgium in Olympics women’s basketball debut]
July 29, 9:31 p.m.
Despite the upset loss to Nigeria, Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson made Olympic history by becoming the oldest basketball player to see action in the Olympics.
At 43 years old, Jackson played nearly 13 minutes for the Opals against Nigeria, scoring six points.
[Related: Australia legend Lauren Jackson seals basketball legacy after claiming another Olympic record]
July 29, 4:14 a.m.
Team USA fencing star Lee Kiefer, who is of Filipino descent, successfully defended her Olympic gold medal in women's individual foil, the same category where Sam Catantan bowed out in table of 32.
July 29, 3:40 a.m.
Aira Villegas made it a winning debut for her and all of the Philippine boxing team for Paris 2024, scoring a unanimous decision win over Morocco's Yasmine Mouttaki.
[Related: Aira Villegas edges Yasmine Mouttaki via unanimous decision, advances to Round of 16 in Paris 2024 boxing]
July 29, 1:19 a.m.
In a show of strength, Team USA put the entire men's basketball field on notice after wrecking Nikola Jokic and Serbia to open their campaign for a 5th-straight Olympic gold medal.
Kevin Durant and LeBron James starred for Team USA, going for 23 and 21 points, respectively, in the victory.
[Related: Paris 2024: Team USA makes statement, drubs powerhouse Serbia to start quest for 5th straight gold]
July 28, 11:07 p.m.
Aleah Finnegan, Emma Malabuyo, and Levi Jung-Ruivivar wrapped up their respective Paris 2024 campaigns in artistic gymnastics, but not without making history for the Philippines.
The trio are the first Filipina gymnasts in the Olympics since Tokyo 1964.
[Related: Paris 2024: Levi Jung-Ruivivar, Emma Malabuyo, Aleah Finnegan end historic Olympic campaign]
July 28, 4:56 p.m.
Sam Catantan bows out of the Olympics, losing a close call to world no. 2 Arianna Errigo.
[Related: Sam Catantan drops close call to world no. 2 Arianna Errigo in Paris 2024 fencing]
However, Catantan was able to win her Olymic debut, beating Brazil's Mariana Pistoia in comeback fashion.
[Related: Sam Catantan fights off injury scare to score dream debut win in the Olympics]
July 28, 3:25 p.m.
Joanie Delgaco finished first in her repechage heat to advance to the quarterfinals of the women's single sculls.
[Related: Joanie Delgaco finishes first in repechage heat to make quarterfinals in single sculls of Paris 2024]
July 28, 5:54 a.m.
Medal tally:
- Australia: 3 gold, 2 silver
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People's Republic of China: 2 gold, 1 bronze
- United States of America: 1 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze
- France: 1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze
- Belgium: 1 gold, 1 bronze
- Japan: 1 gold, 1 bronze
- Kazakhstan: 1 gold, 1 bronze
- Germany: 1 gold
- Hong Kong, China: 1 gold
- Italy: 1 silver, 2 bronze
July 28, 5:30 a.m.
Men's basketball | Shai Gilgeous Alexander came up clutch against Greece to help Canada open their Paris 2024 campaign with a hard-fought victory in Group A.
[ALSO READ: Shai Gilgeous-Alexanders propels Canada past Giannis Antetokoumpo, Greece in Paris 2024 men’s basketball]
Men's volleyball | Aaron Russell and USA impose their blocking prowess and impeccable service game to pound Argentina, claiming win no. 1 in the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
[ALSO READ: USA gets on board with straight-set thumping of Argentina in Paris 2024 men's volleyball start]
Men's tennis | The pair Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain created chemistry at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 in their first-ever doubles tennis match, carving out a straight-set 7-6(4) and 6-4 win over the Argentinian pair of Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni.
Men's basketball | Victor Wembanyama teamed up with Nicolas Batum in his Olympic debut to give an opening game win for France over Brazil.
[ALSO READ: Victor Wembanyama, Nicolas Batum steer France past Brazil in Paris 2024 men’s basketball]
Men's tennis | A quick singles win for Carlos Alcaraz, who is now seeing action in doubles together with his idol Rafael Nadal.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Alcaraz sizzles in Olympic debut vs. Hady Habib]
Men's tennis | Novak Djokovic sails past Matt Ebden, 6-0, 6-1, to remain on track for a potential blockbuster second-round faceoff with archrival Rafael Nadal.
[ALSO READ: Paris 2024: Novak Djokovic ruthless against Matt Ebden, on track for potential second-round clash with Rafael Nadal]
Men's volleyball | Add world no. 1 and the big-serving Poland squad to the winning circle in the men’s indoor volleyball event after a straight-set rout of Egypt.
[ALSO READ: Top-ranked Poland passes first Paris 2024 men's volleyball test in sweep of Egypt]
July 28, 4:58 a.m.
Three medal chances for Carlos Yulo!
The Philippine gymnast first qualified for the vault finals, finishing sixth with an average of 14.683. This assures Yulo will enter his second Olympic vault finals, after ending fourth in Tokyo 2020.
Carlos Yulo was untouched in the floor exercise qualification, remaining second with a score of 14.766. It will be redemption for the Filipino gymnast, after crashing out early in Tokyo 2020.
Notably, Yulo will also compete in the all-around finals. He finished ninth with a total score of 83.631.
[ALSO READ: Golden run beckons for Carlos Yulo after reaching three artistic gymnastics finals in Paris 2024]
[ALSO READ: Carlos Yulo eyes higher level in Paris 2024 gymnastics finals after playing ‘safe’ in qualification]
July 27, 11:40 p.m.
Men's artistic gymnastics | Carlos Yulo's performance for Team Philippines in the qualification
Bouncing back after Tokyo 2020, Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo has a high chance of advancing to the finals of multiple men's artistic gymnastics events of Paris 2024.
(After subdivision 2)
- Floor exercise: 14.766 (2nd)
- Pommel horse: 13.066 (27th)
- Rings: 13.000 (32nd)
- Vault: 14.683 (6th)
- Parallel bars: 14.533 (6th)
- Horizontal bar: 13.466 (21st)
- All-around: 83.631 (8th)
The final ranking will be determined after the results of subdivision 3. The top 24 in the all-around, and the top eight of each apparatus will advance to their respective finals.
[ALSO READ: Carlos Yulo shines in floor exercise and vault in Paris 2024, avenges Tokyo 2020 performance]
July 27, 11:14 p.m.
Men's basketball | Germany played methodical basketball to wallop Japan in Paris 2024 men's Group B action.
[ALSO READ: Germany impresses in opening win versus Japan in Paris 2024 men's basketball]
Women's singles tennis | Four-time Roland Garros champion Iga Swiatek gets the ball rolling in her quest for gold in Paris 2024 with a first round win over Irina-Camela Begu.
[ALSO READ: World No. 1 Iga Swiatek kicks off Paris 2024 bid with sweep of Irina-Camela Begu]
Men's volleyball | Yuri Romano stars in sending world champions and no. 3 Italy past Brazil for the Azzurri's first win in Pool B play.
[ALSO READ: Yuri Romanò powers world champion Italy past Brazil for winning men's volleyball start]
Men's basketball | Jock Landale leads the way for World No. 5 Australia against second-ranked Spain. That's 1-0 for the Boomers.
[ALSO READ: Australia blasts Spain in Paris 2024 basketball opener]
July 27, 7:25 p.m.
The first gold medal for Paris 2024 belongs to China.
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July 27, 7:10 p.m.
The Australia Boomers started men's basketball action with a loud win over world no. 2 Spain.
Jock Landale led the way for the reigning bronze medal winners with 20 points.
[Related: Australia blasts Spain in Paris 2024 basketball opener]
July 27, 5:58 p.m.
Germany outlasted world no. 2 Japan in men's volleyball play.
György Grozer fired 24 points in a strong all-around performance in the German victory.
[Related: Paris 2024: Germany stuns world no. 2 Japan to open men's volleyball play]
July 27, 4:52 p.m.
Joanie Delgaco has been relegated to the repechage round of the women's singles sculls after finishing fourth in heat 2.
Delgaco was third halfway through the race, which would have been enough to advance to the quarterfinals outright. Nevertheless, the first-time Olympian can still advance through the repechage.
[Related: Paris 2024: Joanie Delgaco starts strong, but relegated to repechage after finishing 4th in women's singles sculls heat]
July 27, 1:30 p.m.
Men's basketball also kick off in Paris, with Spain vs. Australia starting things off, followed by world champion Germany vs. Japan, and hosts France vs. Brazil to wrap things up in Day 1.
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July 27, 1:00 p.m.
Joanie Delgaco (rowing) and Carlos Yulo (artistic gymnastics) will be up first for the Philippine Centennial Team in Paris 2024.
July 27, 6:11 a.m.
The hot air balloon torch is lit! The Olympic Games Paris 2024 are officially open.
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July 27, 4:00 a.m.
Team Philippines has been called in the opening ceremonies!
July 27, 3:25 a.m.
Swimmers Kayla Sanchez and Jarod Hatch share their starstruck moment with Team USA.
And there were plenty of stars in Paris.
Among those who performed were Lady Gaga.
Gojira became the first metal band to play at the opening of the Olympic Games.
Team Philippines just wanna have fun.
Fencer Max Esteban also showed up for Cote d'Ivoire.
July 26, 11:50 p.m., Philippine time
"Ano ngayon??? Ulan pa!"
The rain doesn't bother Philippine flag bearer Nesthy Petecio and the rest of Team Philippines in their Francis Libiran-designed barong.
July 26, 11:33 p.m.
Questions and surprises are being expressed online as gymnast Carlos Yulo is only listed for the vault rotation in subdivision 2 of the men's artistic gymnastics qualification round. This will take place on July 27, Saturday, 9:30 p.m. Philippine time.
UPDATE | Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) president Cynthia Carrion said she is already fixing this issue with the FIG. Organizers said they will issue a new list.
July 26, 11:26 p.m.
Philippine time Looking good! Team Philippines wearing the custom Sinag barong designed by Francis Libiran.
Opponents found! Philippines' boxing team, as well as fencer Samantha Catantan, and judoka Kiyomi Watanabe have learned who their opponent will be in the preliminaries.
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Samantha Catantan vs Mariana Pistoia (Brazil) | Fencing | Women's foil | Table of 64
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Aira Villegas vs Yasmine Mouttaki (Morocco) | Boxing | Women's 50kg | Round of 32
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Kiyomi Watanabe vs Tang Jing (China) | Judo | Women's -63kg | Preliminaries Round of 32 | 11th on Mat 2
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Nesthy Petecio vs Jaismine (India) | Boxing | Women's 57kg | Round of 32
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Eumir Marcial vs Turabek Khabibullaev (Uzbekistan) | Boxing | Men's 80kg | Round of 16
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Hergie Bacyadan vs Li Qian (China) | Boxing | Women's 75kg | Round of 16