At the Paris Olympics, Team USA is facing a fierce rivalry with Australia in swimming, with the Australians currently leading in gold medals, having secured four to America's two. Despite a strong start, including Torri Huske's gold in the 100-meter butterfly, American swimmers have struggled against their Australian counterparts, exemplified by Katie Ledecky's bronze in the 400-meter freestyle, where Ariarne Titmus claimed gold. Meanwhile, the U.S. women's rugby sevens team achieved a historic bronze medal by staging a dramatic comeback against Australia, scoring in stoppage time to clinch the 14-12 victory. In other Olympic events, the U.S. men's soccer team triumphed over New Zealand with a decisive 4-1 win, setting the stage for a crucial match against Guinea. The competition has been intense across various sports, with the U.S. teams showing resilience despite some setbacks. The ongoing events highlight the competitive spirit and the shifting dynamics of Olympic performances between the United States and Australia.