Paris Olympics Day 13: Upsets, World Records, and COVID-19 Impact!

Day 13 of the Paris Olympics featured a mix of triumphs, setbacks, and records. Sprinter Noah Lyles revealed he had COVID-19 after missing the gold, affecting his performance. French basketball star Victor Wembanyama moved towards his first gold. The U.S. team achieved several records and medals while China's diving success ended with tears.

On Day 13 of the Paris Olympics, the sporting world saw a blend of shocking upsets, record-breaking achievements, and the intricate impact of COVID-19. U.S. sprinter Noah Lyles disclosed he had contracted the virus, which influenced his bronze finish in the men's 100 meters. French basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama propelled his team towards a long-awaited final.

The American contingent continued their dominant streak, amassing 30 golds and surpassing the 100-medal mark. Noteworthy performances included a world record in the women's 400m hurdles by Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and a gold in the men's 110 hurdles by Grant Holloway.

Meanwhile, China's diving champions experienced emotional highs and lows, culminating in a gold and silver in the 3-meter springboard. Other notable events included Pakistan setting an Olympic record in javelin, Morocco winning its first Olympic soccer medal, and the Netherlands securing gold in men's field hockey for the first time since 2000.

(With inputs from agencies.)