Christchurch's Gaby Smith, an 18-year-old para-swimmer, has been selected for the New Zealand squad at the 2024 Paralympics, where she will compete in multiple events including the Women's 100m Breaststroke. Meanwhile, Canadian diver Caeli McKay finished fourth in the women's 10m platform final, expressing pride in her performance despite missing the podium again, while Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix faced disappointment in the same event, placing sixth and opening up about her past struggles with mental health. Italian diver Maia Biginelli narrowly avoided injury in a risky dive during the semi-finals, drawing criticism toward judges for not penalizing the dangerous maneuver. Puerto Rican diver Maycey Vieta was in tears after failing to qualify for the semi-finals due to a botched armstand, reflecting on the challenges of competition. These athletes' experiences highlight both the triumphs and tribulations faced by competitors at the Olympic level.