The Paris Olympics are set for a thrilling climax this Saturday, with France, spearheaded by NBA sensation Victor Wembanyama, challenging the USA in the highly anticipated men's basketball final. The Americans, featuring LeBron James and Stephen Curry, survived a tough semi-final against Serbia, thanks to Curry's 36-point heroics. The four-time defending champions now face the French team in a rematch of the Tokyo 2021 final, where the USA emerged victorious. However, with the home crowd's support and Wembanyama's dominance, France poses a significant threat to the Americans' reign.
Meanwhile, the Olympic Stadium will witness the last night of track and field events, where eight gold medals are up for grabs. The men’s marathon will also be a highlight, as Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge seeks to become the first athlete to win three consecutive Olympic marathon titles. However, he will face tough competition from compatriot Benson Kipruto and Uganda’s Victor Kiplangat.
In women’s football, the USA, revitalized under coach Emma Hayes, will take on Brazil in a repeat of the 2004 and 2008 finals. The American team, led by the dynamic trio of Sophia Smith, Mallory Swanson, and Trinity Rodman, aims to reclaim Olympic gold after a 12-year drought. For Brazil, it’s a final chance for 38-year-old Marta, a legend of the game, to capture the elusive Olympic gold.
In women’s golf, New Zealand’s Lydia Ko and Switzerland’s Morgane Metraux are tied for the lead heading into the final round. At Le Golf National, the stage is set for a dramatic conclusion, with Ko aiming to add another Olympic medal to her collection.
Finally, China is on the brink of completing a clean sweep in diving, with the men’s 10m platform event rounding off the competition. The Chinese team has dominated the diving events and is expected to finish strong on the final day.
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