Shinnosuke Oka Wins Third Gold at Paris Olympics

Shinnosuke Oka of Japan captured his third gold medal at the Paris Olympics by winning the horizontal bar final with a score of 14.533, thanks to a higher execution mark compared to Colombia's Angel Barajas, who took silver. Oka's performance followed his earlier victories in the team and all-around events, along with a bronze in parallel bars, showcasing his dominance in gymnastics. The horizontal bar final was tumultuous, marked by several falls and errors, with China's Zhang Boheng and Taiwan's Tang Chia-hung sharing the bronze medal despite mistakes during their routines. Oka expressed relief after winning the team gold, stating it alleviated pressure, allowing him to perform better. This event marked the conclusion of men's artistic gymnastics at the Olympics, with defending champion Daiki Hashimoto failing to qualify for the final. Overall, Oka's achievement signifies a historic moment for Japan in gymnastics at the Olympics.