Wayde van Niekerk, renowned South African sprinter, has secured a spot in the semi-finals of the 200m at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Known for his 400m world record and gold medal from Rio 2016, van Niekerk shifted his focus to the 200m and relay events after clocking a season-best time of 20.29 seconds in Madrid. This triumph follows his recovery from a serious knee injury, underscoring his determination and resilience.

At the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Canadian women's football team became the center of a controversy when a drone was seen spying on their training session. Head coach Bev Priestman voiced her frustration over the intrusion. The incident raises significant concerns about athletes' security and privacy, prompting an investigation by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).