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Find Insider Deals for items perfect around the house and on the goSilver medalist Simone Biles, of the United States, left, and bronze medalist Jordan Chiles, of the United States, right, bow to gold medalist Rebeca Andrade, of Brazil, during the medal ceremony for the women's artistic gymnastics individual floor finals at Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics , Monday, Aug. 5, 2024, in Paris, France.
Many American athletes turned to crowdfunding to afford their journey to the Paris Olympics. Several athletes, including discus thrower Veronica Fraley, badminton player Jennie Gai, and table tennis player Kanak Jha, raised significant amounts on GoFundMe to cover training, travel, and accommodation costs. This trend highlights the financial challenges many Olympians face, relying on public support to pursue their dreams on the global stage.
Sophia Smith’s extra-time goal secured a 1-0 victory for the USWNT against Germany, propelling them into the Olympic final. The intense match, held at Lyon Stadium, saw Smith outmaneuver the German defense to score. The U.S. will now face Brazil in the gold medal match on Saturday, aiming for their fifth Olympic title. Despite Germany’s strong defense, Smith’s decisive goal and Alyssa Naeher’s critical save ensured the American team’s advancement.
‘It was a good run’: Simone Biles talks about how Houston has made her a better gymnast following Paris Olympics Simone Biles reflected on her journey at the Paris Olympics and how Houston has shaped her as a gymnast. Proud of her achievements, including three gold medals, she emphasized the supportive culture of Houston, noting how its vibrant community has been instrumental in her success. Biles expressed gratitude for the city’s influence, saying it made her a better gymnast and brought a sense of unity and encouragement from fellow Houstonians.
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