Olympic Highlights: US Relay Dominance, Surprise Wins, and Controversies

The United States leads the women's 4x400 relay qualifiers, France's Toby Roberts surprises in climbing, and Valentin Bontus wins kiteboarding gold. Algerian boxer Imane Khelif fights for gold, Hungary's Kristof Rasovszky wins marathon swimming, and Thierry Henry's France aims for Olympic soccer glory. Notable controversies include Travis Scott's arrest and a sexual assault accusation against an Egyptian wrestler.

The United States led the 4x400 metres women's relay qualifiers on Friday, maintaining their dominance in the event since 1996. France also secured a place in the final.

In a remarkable turnaround in climbing, Britain's Toby Roberts unexpectedly clinched the gold, leaving Japan's favorite, Sorato Anraku, with silver. Valentin Bontus of Austria soared to victory in men's kiteboarding with a powerful aerial jump, sealing his win.

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif is set to fight for gold in the women's welterweight category amidst early gender dispute controversies. Other highlights include Hungary's Kristof Rasovszky's marathon swimming gold, New Zealand's kayak double win, and South Korea's Kim Ye-ji collapsing due to stress. Controversies erupted around Grammy-nominated Travis Scott's arrest and accusations of sexual assault against an Egyptian Olympic wrestler.