Kenyan marathoner Eliud Kipchoge experienced his first Did Not Finish (DNF) in his career during the 2024 Olympic marathon in Paris, where Ethiopia’s Tamirat Tola won with a new Olympic record. The support systems behind Olympic athletes, such as spouses, play a crucial but often overlooked role in their success. The USA women's 4x100m relay team secured gold in a season's best time amidst challenging weather conditions, with Great Britain and Germany taking silver and bronze, respectively. Grace Stark's inspiring story of overcoming a severe injury to fulfill her Olympic dream highlights the resilience and dedication of athletes.