The U.S. artistic swimming team has made waves by winning their first Olympic team medal in 20 years, securing silver at the Paris Olympics, while also showcasing their dance skills in a viral TikTok trend. Team members, inspired by past Olympians, have been reading letters from the 1996 gold medal squad to motivate them during the competition. Meanwhile, Kate Shortman and Izzy Thorpe from Team GB are aiming for gold in Paris, representing a generational legacy of artistic swimming that began with their mothers. They have already achieved a world championship silver and a World Cup gold, fueling their ambitions for Olympic success. The Japanese swimming team also impressed with a unique choreography inspired by chess, showcasing the creativity present in the games. Overall, the artistic swimming events at the Olympics have highlighted both individual and team achievements, emphasizing the emotional connections and ambitions of the athletes.