Kaylia Nemour uneven bars

Kaylia Nemour made history by winning Algeria's first Olympic gold medal in gymnastics with an impressive performance in the uneven bars final, scoring 15.700 to surpass China's Qiu Qiyuan, who earned silver with 15.500. The 17-year-old gymnast, who previously trained in France, captivated the crowd with her flawless routine and complex movements. This victory marks a significant milestone, being the first gymnastics medal for any African athlete at the Olympics. Meanwhile, American gymnast Sunisa Lee secured bronze, adding to her collection despite recent health challenges. In swimming, Léon Marchand narrowly missed breaking the world record in the men's 200m individual medley, winning gold and setting an Olympic record time of 1:54.06, further establishing his dominance in the sport with four golds in Paris. Marchand's performance captivated the home crowd, reinforcing his status as a top contender.