Simone Biles Aims for Fifth Olympic Gold Amid Heatwave and Pollution Challenges

Simone Biles, the world's most decorated gymnast, is eyeing her fifth Olympic gold in the women's team final. Meanwhile, the triathlon event faced delays due to high pollution levels in the Seine. Also, the heatwave in France has prompted varied responses from athletes. Eleven gold medals are up for grabs today, including events in swimming, judo, and tennis.

Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast of all-time, is set to compete for her fifth Olympic gold in the women's team final for the United States later on Tuesday.

Environmental issues disrupted the triathlon, one of the Olympic highlights, as excessive pollution levels in the Seine river led to its postponement. This marks another challenge for athletes racing against rising temperatures due to a heatwave sweeping across France.

In other Olympic news, Australian swimmer Lani Pallister has withdrawn from the women's 1,500 meters freestyle event after testing positive for COVID-19. Meanwhile, French judo champion Clarisse Agbegnenou aims to defend her title at home, and tennis star Rafa Nadal could be playing his last match in the doubles competition.

(With inputs from agencies.)