Summer Olympics 2024

[TopTort777]

Yes, these are fair questions that have not been answered and most likely will not be answered. It is hardly fair when a half-man, half-woman participates in boxing matches with "natural" women. After all, there is a completely different anatomical structure of the body, a different level of hormones (testosterone). Nevertheless, the administration of this Olympics made such a controversial decision. Perhaps, this will be justified by some kind of "inclusiveness". In fact, there are not so many transgender and similar athletes and you can't make a separate Olympics especially for them. If you make a separate Olympics for each type of deviation, then, I'm afraid, the Olympics will turn into some kind of medical show with elements of sports.

It not just different level of hormones. That Italian boxer took one or two clear punches from Algerian boxer (one clear punch to chin after a pause when she fixed her head protection) and it was enough for her to understand that she is not boxing against woman. She has been boxing against women all her career, maybe had sparred with men, but one or two punches and it is clear that opponent is way stronger. And that strength isnt gained through training, but natural.

Just to light some more fire here. In addition to those transgender issues during Olympics, remember opening ceremony and who won Eurovision song contest 2024. This year the world is surprising us...

[KTChampions]

Every year the interest in the Olympics decreases (and this particular Olympics has become disgusting to many due to the opening ceremony, general poor organization and the participation of men/mutants in the women's categories) and I heard that the organizers have seriously reduced the price of tickets because many seats in the stands remain empty.
Today, the good news is that Maguchikh won gold (with a rather modest result of 2.0 meters).

I think it will be fair (but not profitable) to run separate Olympic games for such kind of athletes. Since there are Paralympics games, why those "special" have to participate in men/women Olympic games? Let them have their own competition. Or let Paralympic athletes compete together with other athletes. I know it sounds wrong and it is wrong to say it like that, but they should divide athletes on categories and let them participate among equal opponents.

In most sports there is no division into male and female sports, there is a separate exclusive category for women and there is an open category where everyone can compete. No one forbids women if they want and can participate where now mainly men participate. But the opposite (participation of men in women's competitions) is formally prohibited. Formally because schizophrenics have changed (in their brains) the concept of sex and now suddenly this question has become difficult. In fact, there is no need to invent anything. We just need to prevent biological men/or mutants from competing with women. As it was before.

[LGD2Business]

The 100m final was really close, I thought Thompson was ahead but it was Lyles who won. It was an epic photo finish. Thompson had run 9.80 in the semis and 9.79 in the final but it wasn't enough. Actually, looking at the photo, Thompson is in the lead but I guess it doesn't matter that his foot is in front. For 4 years, Lyles will have bragging rights.

[Sithara007]

The 100m final was really close, I thought Thompson was ahead but it was Lyles who won. It was an epic photo finish. Thompson had run 9.80 in the semis and 9.79 in the final but it wasn't enough. Actually, looking at the photo, Thompson is in the lead but I guess it doesn't matter that his foot is in front. For 4 years, Lyles will have bragging rights.

This was probably the most exciting event in Olympics. And this time, the margin was really really close. Both Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson finished at 9.79, but after closer examination Lyles was declared as the winner. Lyles actually improved on his performance significantly. In heats, he clocked 10.04 seconds (coming second behind British athlete Louie Hinchliffe) and in semi-finals also he came second at 9.83s (behind Jamaican Oblique Seville who clocked 9.81s). BTW, no one even came close to the world record, that was set by Usain Bolt back in 2009 (9.58 seconds).

[mammusu]

Yes, these are fair questions that have not been answered and most likely will not be answered. It is hardly fair when a half-man, half-woman participates in boxing matches with "natural" women. After all, there is a completely different anatomical structure of the body, a different level of hormones (testosterone). Nevertheless, the administration of this Olympics made such a controversial decision. Perhaps, this will be justified by some kind of "inclusiveness". In fact, there are not so many transgender and similar athletes and you can't make a separate Olympics especially for them. If you make a separate Olympics for each type of deviation, then, I'm afraid, the Olympics will turn into some kind of medical show with elements of sports.

It not just different level of hormones. That Italian boxer took one or two clear punches from Algerian boxer (one clear punch to chin after a pause when she fixed her head protection) and it was enough for her to understand that she is not boxing against woman. She has been boxing against women all her career, maybe had sparred with men, but one or two punches and it is clear that opponent is way stronger. And that strength isnt gained through training, but natural.

Just to light some more fire here. In addition to those transgender issues during Olympics, remember opening ceremony and who won Eurovision song contest 2024. This year the world is surprising us...

I think now everything is clear about the controversy that occurred in a boxing match some time ago, the IOC, which is the highest boxing body in the Olympics, has stated that the Algerian boxer victory was valid because he was a woman, as well as Angela Carini who was in the match decided to withdraw after receiving a very hard blow from Imane Khalif,  carini, has apologized for the controversy that arose from his defeat, the IOC is the party who knows more about the problem and they have stated that if Imane Khalif has qualified for the next round so I think the controversy should have ended now.

At this time, we should be able to respect the victory achieved by Imane Khalif after her hard work as an athlete and when we who close our eyes to the truth may continue to think of her as transgender, but what is certain is that I salute with Imane Khalif who looks very strong in facing every the bullying he received at this time.
I personally don't really follow the 2024 Eurovision contest, but what concerns me at the moment is the opening of the Olympics which seems to be the worst ever compared to the opening of the previous Olympics.

[aoluain]

The 100m final was really close, I thought Thompson was ahead but it was Lyles who won. It was an epic photo finish. Thompson had run 9.80 in the semis and 9.79 in the final but it wasn't enough. Actually, looking at the photo, Thompson is in the lead but I guess it doesn't matter that his foot is in front. For 4 years, Lyles will have bragging rights.

This was probably the most exciting event in Olympics. And this time, the margin was really really close. Both Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson finished at 9.79, but after closer examination Lyles was declared as the winner. Lyles actually improved on his performance significantly. In heats, he clocked 10.04 seconds (coming second behind British athlete Louie Hinchliffe) and in semi-finals also he came second at 9.83s (behind Jamaican Oblique Seville who clocked 9.81s). BTW, no one even came close to the world record, that was set by Usain Bolt back in 2009 (9.58 seconds).

Great 100m race last night, very very close field with 4 runners in a chance for Gold.

Lyles was so powerful though, through 20 metres or so he was last and just powered
home from there.

He was so pumped for that race, when he was announced and made his entrance
it was flamboyant and he was psyching himself up before taking the blocks.

[Haunebu]

Is anyone here obsessed with the Paris Olympics 2024 music like me? Am absolutely loving every song that they chose. I particularly like the theme song that they play everytime medals are presented to the winners.

Also, Axelsen defeated Vitidsarn in straight sets to win the men's Badminton gold medal. That dude is a proper beast whenever he plays.

[abhiseshakana]

I think the best volleyball team of the Olympics is Italy. When we look at the matches so far, I haven't seen a team that played better, we all know their championships in recent years.

Italy is really good and they performed very consistently throughout the tournament but if we talk about whether there are other teams that also have impressive performances at this Olympics, then the answer is Brazil. If these two teams meet, I doubt if Italy can beat Brazil.

I don't think Turkey played with all their might in this match. If they had won this match, not much would have changed for them. The most logical tactic was not to tire the players too much.

I didn't see China being very good. Turkey is playing better, they are starting to play much better after losing the first set in the match. The points they will find with Vargas, Baladin and Karakurt will allow them to win the next match

We just have to wait until tomorrow, whether your favorite will win or China will send them home.

[Palakka]

Currently the men football semi-final match between Morocco and Spain is being played, both teams have so far shown quite good performances and continue to take turns in attacking their opponents goal, the first half has ended in temporary victory for Morocco with a score of 1-0 over Spain after Rahimi was able to complete his task of scoring a goal from the penalty spot after a serious foul was committed by a Spanish defender in the first half,  In my opinion, today match was quite exciting, even though Spain is known as the favorite team to win, but instead Morocco played very impressively and continued to try to attack with effective attack throughout the first half.
In the first half there was a very hard collision with the referee after the Spanish and Moroccan players were involved in a fight for the ball, but accidentally the head of one of the Spanish players hit the referee leg which caused him to suffer an injury and had to be replaced by another referee.

[Majestic-milf]

 Honestly, I'm really enjoying the Spanish team. I like their fighting spirit and its as if the drive with which the senior boys who won the Euros used have rubbed off on them because imagine coming from a goal down to winning at the moment 2-1 and I'm certain they will not rest to the game is over. They have been an interesting side to watch and there hasn't been a dull moment with them.
 Morocco would have won this game had they been paired against a lesser side because they too are not relenting in their attack but this is Spain damnit, so they just have to cave in under pressure.

[Woodie]

The 100m final was really close, I thought Thompson was ahead but it was Lyles who won. It was an epic photo finish. Thompson had run 9.80 in the semis and 9.79 in the final but it wasn't enough. Actually, looking at the photo, Thompson is in the lead but I guess it doesn't matter that his foot is in front. For 4 years, Lyles will have bragging rights.

That was a controversial photo finish if you ask me, and if we look at the photo itself Thompson clearly got to the line first but for some reason they say the foot can not win you the race unless the chest or something gets there first which is BS!
As a matter of fact, I have seen people win races with their hands but what I don't understand is why didn't they give the win to the Jamaican..whats the difference with the legs finishing first 🤔 honestly trying hard to make Lyles the face of the sport which sacks  

In the first half there was a very hard collision with the referee after the Spanish and Moroccan players were involved in a fight for the ball, but accidentally the head of one of the Spanish players hit the referee leg which caused him to suffer an injury and had to be replaced by another referee.

Always wondered if referees do get substituted but it was nice to witness such a situation and of course hope the ref is okay

[Marykeller]

Currently the men football semi-final match between Morocco and Spain is being played, both teams have so far shown quite good performances and continue to take turns in attacking their opponents goal, the first half has ended in temporary victory for Morocco with a score of 1-0 over Spain after Rahimi was able to complete his task of scoring a goal from the penalty spot after a serious foul was committed by a Spanish defender in the first half,  In my opinion, today match was quite exciting, even though Spain is known as the favorite team to win, but instead Morocco played very impressively and continued to try to attack with effective attack throughout the first half.

Spain has turned the table around from one goal lost in the first half to a 2-1 victory in the second half. Spain had shown a fantastic performance like they wanted to own this under 23 Men's Olympics trophy like the way their senior team did in the Europa League trophy. Spain would then face the country that will win in tonight's match(France vs Egypt) in the finals. Victory can be theirs

[Moreno233]

Honestly, I'm really enjoying the Spanish team. I like their fighting spirit and its as if the drive with which the senior boys who won the Euros used have rubbed off on them because imagine coming from a goal down to winning at the moment 2-1 and I'm certain they will not rest to the game is over. They have been an interesting side to watch and there hasn't been a dull moment with them.
 Morocco would have won this game had they been paired against a lesser side because they too are not relenting in their attack but this is Spain damnit, so they just have to cave in under pressure.

I am so disappointed in Morocco for failing to maintain their leading tonight. They had everything well aligned for them but gave it all up. I was hoping they will maintain their first half penalty goal the way they did until the 66th minute when Fermin Lopez scored the equalizer. From that point onward, it was as if the Moroccans were demoralized because they lost touch of the match and Spain staying doing the playing and eventually won the match from the 86th minute goal of Juanlu Sanchez. Morocco actually tried their best and played very well from the beginning of the competition. It is just a shame that they left without anything.

[blockman]

The Philippines just won its second gold in gymnastics courtesy of Carlos Yulo. He did it first in artistic gymnastics and again in the men's vault.
Prior to Hidilyn Diaz winning gold in the 2020 Olympics, we had a 100-year drought. Now, the Philippines has the potential to add more gold as there are still three hopefuls: two in boxing and one in the high jump.
The Philippines is now leading the medal haul in the South East; the Philippines has really come a long way. 

The only two gold that we have currently from the same person. I am proud of Carlos Yulo, our government should invest more in gymnastics and not with basketball and as well as other sports that we can compete like in soccer too. Hidilyn and Carlos, the only two current pinoy athletes that have brought gold medal to our country. I am happy that I was able to witness their greatness while I am still alive.

[LTU_btc]

Very happy that my country got 2nd medal in Olympics - Lithuania won bronze against neighbours Latvia in 3x3 basketball. We had no chance in semifinal, but 3rd place is also great achievement. Now women and men final is next - Germany - Spain and France Netherland men
Spain got into football final after beating Morocco, they simply dominate not just in men and women but in youth football too. France - Egypt is playing now and score is still 0:0.
In athletics all eyes is on Mondo Duplantis, maybe we will see another attempt to beat his own World Record.
And in badminton Viktor Axelsen managed from Denmark managed to defend his Gold that he won in Tokyo - it's not common to see European dominating in this sport.

EDIT
Duplantis takes new World Record from 3rd attempt - 6.25!.

[wheelz1200]

Currently the men football semi-final match between Morocco and Spain is being played, both teams have so far shown quite good performances and continue to take turns in attacking their opponents goal, the first half has ended in temporary victory for Morocco with a score of 1-0 over Spain after Rahimi was able to complete his task of scoring a goal from the penalty spot after a serious foul was committed by a Spanish defender in the first half,  In my opinion, today match was quite exciting, even though Spain is known as the favorite team to win, but instead Morocco played very impressively and continued to try to attack with effective attack throughout the first half.

Spain has turned the table around from one goal lost in the first half to a 2-1 victory in the second half. Spain had shown a fantastic performance like they wanted to own this under 23 Men's Olympics trophy like the way their senior team did in the Europa League trophy. Spain would then face the country that will win in tonight's match(France vs Egypt) in the finals. Victory can be theirs

Yeah I was rooting for Morocco always like a good underdog story.  Didn't have any money on it just for fun.  For a while there I thought they might actually take it.  Now at this point probably the best game would be to see France vs Spain.  Would make for a great game on France soil.  Think france/Egypt is still 0 to 0 so that's yet to be determimed.

[acroman08]

EDIT
Duplantis takes new World Record from 3rd attempt - 6.25!.

I saw this, the guy is a beast, no wonder he is the world's rank 1 in pole vaulting and he definitely deserves that gold. I was watching pole vaulting because one of our athletes AJ Obiena advanced to the finals(he is the world's rank 2) and I wanted to show support, I was hoping he could get but sadly he couldn't get any medals.

[SirLancelot]

US finally ended Jamaican dominance in the 100m final thanks to the luck going Noah's way. He was actually lagging behind Thompson for most of the sprint until the ending part where he barely overtook him.

None of them were close to breaking Usain freaking Bolt's WR though. Also, it was great seeing Bobby Finke beat the WR and win gold in the 1500m men's freestyle.

Yeah, it was such a controversial race, I'm not really sure what the rules are, but it seems that the Jamaican feet was in the line head of Noah Lyles. But I guess the rule is the it should be the chest?

But yeah, no one can touch Bolt's record for a long time, he is a freak of nature. Although there are races that he might have lost to Tyson Gay, but during the Olympics, the Jamaicans are untouchables in the 100 meter.

To be fair, most of these are cultural stuff and that's how they improve in the end. Like one nation could be so good at weight lifting that they end up with generations of weight lifters who help the new generation and keep on improving the facilities and the nation would spend more money on them too just to keep on getting those gold medals.

In this case, Jamaica may not be a rich nation, but they are good at running, and they have all the things they need to keep on getting better and better runners, in fact I bet that one day we will have someone faster than Bolt, he was definitely an outlier for the timing, normally humans get faster a bit slower than that, takes a few decades to get there, but eventually I bet that someone will go faster than Bolt for sure.

Why or at least how? Well check human history, all the races, you will see that people started with 11-12 second races, we are now down to 9.78 as the latest one with Lyles, so that shows that we are actually faster even if we do not consider Bolt. That means we will keep on getting faster, we will push human body limits to max, we keep doing that all the time, and we keep trying our very best, and pick the fastest available people at very very young age to teach them and train them hard.

I am sure that either a Jamaican or American will end up with the new world record, it is going to be fun to see it, and everyone will be shocked, but then THAT will be passed one day too lol.

[Majestic-milf]

I am so disappointed in Morocco for failing to maintain their leading tonight. They had everything well aligned for them but gave it all up. I was hoping they will maintain their first half penalty goal the way they did until the 66th minute when Fermin Lopez scored the equalizer. From that point onward, it was as if the Moroccans were demoralized because they lost touch of the match and Spain staying doing the playing and eventually won the match from the 86th minute goal of Juanlu Sanchez. Morocco actually tried their best and played very well from the beginning of the competition. It is just a shame that they left without anything.

You'd have to give them credit still. Granted they weren't able to make it to the finals but I think they got third place. They lost to a very formidable side and you could see they tried to reduce the goal deficit several times but Spain were to stubborn to let such a thing happen.
 In this Olympics, not many big teams were able to go so far like Morocco did and even though you are disappointed that they couldn't represent Africa well enough, it can be understandable because when you play against Spain, prepare in your mind to be the one to lose and that's what happened.

[mammusu]

Currently the men football semi-final match between Morocco and Spain is being played, both teams have so far shown quite good performances and continue to take turns in attacking their opponents goal, the first half has ended in temporary victory for Morocco with a score of 1-0 over Spain after Rahimi was able to complete his task of scoring a goal from the penalty spot after a serious foul was committed by a Spanish defender in the first half,  In my opinion, today match was quite exciting, even though Spain is known as the favorite team to win, but instead Morocco played very impressively and continued to try to attack with effective attack throughout the first half.

Spain has turned the table around from one goal lost in the first half to a 2-1 victory in the second half. Spain had shown a fantastic performance like they wanted to own this under 23 Men's Olympics trophy like the way their senior team did in the Europa League trophy. Spain would then face the country that will win in tonight's match(France vs Egypt) in the finals. Victory can be theirs

Yeah I was rooting for Morocco always like a good underdog story.  Didn't have any money on it just for fun.  For a while there I thought they might actually take it.  Now at this point probably the best game would be to see France vs Spain.  Would make for a great game on France soil.  Think france/Egypt is still 0 to 0 so that's yet to be determimed.

Spain has once again proven that they really deserve to be called the best country in terms of football at the moment, after the success of their senior national team previously to winning the Euro trophy, now the young Spanish national team has the opportunity to make a  history to winning a gold medal after successfully reaching the final round, the match against Morocco became their most difficult match on the way to the final because Spain needed almost 85 minutes to make a comeback in this match,frrom the start of the match, Spain immediately put pressure on the Moroccan defense and had the ambition to win the match quickly, as the underdog team, Morocco has shown how they also had a very big fighting spirit to be able to achieve victory in this match, but unfortunately they failed to maintain their victory in the match.

The 2-1 victory over Morocco brought Spain to the final round and they will face the host team France later who managed to win 3-1 over Egypt, the match from strength of the two young European football teams is likely to present an exciting match in the final round and just like the senior match in euro, I personally am quite confident that young Spain will also be able to beat France in the final match.