Ryan Murphy won a bronze medal in the 100-meter backstroke at the Paris Olympics, making history as the second man to medal in this event for three consecutive Olympics. However, the highlight of his day was a surprise gender reveal from his wife, Bridget Konttinen, who announced they are expecting a daughter. Murphy, who had previously thought they would have a boy, expressed his excitement about becoming a 'girl dad' and noted that this news has shifted his perspective on life and career priorities. He finished the race in 52.39 seconds, just behind gold medalist Thomas Ceccon of Italy and silver medalist Jiayu Xu of China. Murphy's accomplishment ties him for the record of most Olympic medals in backstroke events and he has a chance to break that record in the upcoming 200-meter backstroke. With the baby due in January, he is looking forward to this new chapter in his life.