Disappointments Mark Paris Olympic Swimming Semifinals

The Paris Olympics have seen significant disappointments for several high-profile athletes. World indoor pole vault champion Molly Caudery failed to make the final, breaking down in tears after missing her attempts at 4.55 meters. U.S. swimmer Simone Manuel shockingly did not qualify for the 50-meter freestyle semifinals, reflecting broader struggles for American swimmers, including Caeleb Dressel and Ryan Murphy, who also failed to medal in key events. Despite these setbacks, Regan Smith secured a silver medal in the women's 200-meter backstroke, providing a rare bright spot for Team USA. Meanwhile, Israeli swimmers also failed to advance to the finals in several events.