BBC Breakfast announced the sudden death of England cricket star Graham Thorpe at the age of 55, prompting a halt in the program to deliver the news. In other news, British sprint star Dina Asher-Smith expressed her frustration and emotional turmoil after failing to reach the 100m final at the Olympics, though she advanced in the 200m heats. Additionally, BBC Breakfast reporter Sarah Rogers became emotional while reporting from Southport on the tributes to the young victims of a recent stabbing attack, highlighting the community's grief and the false rumors surrounding the suspect. The reports from Southport also covered the nationwide riots sparked by the attack and the upcoming memorial service for the victims.