Coco Gauff loses an argument with the chair umpire and a match to Donna Vekic at the Paris Olympics
PARIS (AP) — Coco Gauff got into an extended argument with the chair umpire over a ruling during the reigning U.S. Open champion’s 7-6 (7), 6-2 loss to Donna Vekic of Croatia in a Paris Olympics third-round singles match. Gauff already was trailing by a lot when the episode happened two games from the end of the match. Gauff hit a serve and Vekic’s return landed near the baseline. A line judge initially called Vekic’s shot out; Gauff did not keep the ball in play. Chair umpire Jaume Campistol thought Vekic’s shot landed in and awarded her the point, giving her a service break and a 4-2 lead. Gauff walked over to talk to the official and play was delayed for several minutes.
Men’s Olympic triathlon postponed in Paris over Seine water quality concerns
PARIS (AP) — Concerns about water quality in the Seine River led Paris Olympics organizers to postpone the men’s triathlon. Officials on Tuesday say they hope the swimming portion of the race will be able to go forward in the long-polluted waterway Wednesday or in the coming days following an expensive cleanup effort. The women’s competition also is scheduled for Wednesday, but both will only go forward if water tests show safe levels of E. coli and other bacteria in the river. However, storms or rain are forecast Tuesday night through Thursday, which could complicate efforts to reschedule the events. Rain generally causes bacteria levels in the Seine to rise.
A’ja Wilson dominates as US women beat Japan 102-76 to open campaign for 8th straight Olympic gold
VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France (AP) — A’ja Wilson scored 24 points and Breanna Stewart added 22 to help the U.S. beat Japan 102-76 in the Olympic opener for both teams. Wilson also had 13 rebounds and 4 blocked shots. The Americans now have a 56-game Olympic winning streak that dates to the 1992 Barcelona Games. The U.S. also beat Japan in the final at the Tokyo Olympics three years ago. This was Brittney Griner’s first game internationally since she spent time in a Russian prison in 2022. She had 11 points and nine rebounds.
Sophia Smith contributes to reborn US attack at the Olympics
Sophia Smith, along with Mallory Swanson and Trinity Rodman, are helping the United States reclaim its status as a team to be feared at the Olympics in France. Smith scored both of her goals in the team’s 4-1 victory on Sunday over Germany that clinched the Americans a spot in the quarterfinals at their first major tournament under coach Emma Hayes. The United States' reputation has slipped a bit in recent years following the team's bronze medal in Tokyo and disappointment at the World Cup.
Unflappable Canadian teen Summer McIntosh has 2 Olympic swimming medals and chances for more
NANTERRE, France (AP) — Summer McIntosh relished her golden moment to make Canada proud. The 17-year-old says she had no nerves, she is just learning and growing from top competition. McIntosh says her calm comes largely from the fact that she has been an Olympian since she was 14. Three years after her Olympic debut in Tokyo, the youngster has two medals and has chances for two more.
Cardinals, Brewers, Dodgers and Royals add pitchers in flurry of trades on day before MLB's deadline
The St. Louis Cardinals added starting pitcher Erick Fedde and Milwaukee, the team they are chasing in the NL Central, acquired starter Frankie Montas. Those were among the flurry of trades Monday by playoff hopeful teams on the day before the MLB deadline. Kansas City got veteran right-hander Michael Lorenzen. The NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers got hard-throwing reliever Michael Kopeck in the three-team deal that sent Fedde and outfielder Tommy Pham from the lowly White Sox to the Cardinals. Houston and Seattle are in a tight race for the AL West lead, and both acquired players from Toronto. The Mariners got veteran infielder Justin Turner and the Astros added left-handed starter Yusei Kikuchi.
Texans' Denico Autry suspended 6 games for violating NFL's policy on performance-enhancers
HOUSTON (AP) — The NFL has suspended Houston Texans defensive lineman Denico Autry for the first six games of the regular season for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancers. Autry denied he knowingly ingested a banned substance but said he would accept the suspension. Autry is allowed to participate in preseason practices and games. His first regular-season availability will be Oct. 20 at Green Bay. Autry apologized to the Texans organization, his teammates and fans for any distraction.
Swimming’s next generation, from all over the globe, claims the spotlight at Paris Olympics
NANTERRE, France (AP) — Swimming’s next generation of stars claimed the spotlight at the Paris Olympics on Monday night, a brash group that comes from all over the globe. Summer McIntosh, the 17-year-old phenom from Canada. David Popovici, a 19-year-old from Romania. Mollie O’Callaghan, a 20-year-old speedster who took down her mighty Australian teammate, Ariarne Titmus. Throw in an Italian gold medalist, and another from South Africa, and it was clear that swimming’s reach stretches far beyond the traditional powerhouse, the United States. The Americans collected some hardware on Day 3 at La Defense Arena, but only silver and bronze.
A fired-up Aaron Rodgers gets angry after being stepped on and Jets' offense is sloppy at practice
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers was downright ticked off. The New York Jets quarterback took the snap, started to drop back and ended up sprawled on the grass after one of his offensive linemen stepped on one of his feet. Rodgers shouted. He wasn’t hurt, but he was angry. Monday was the first practice in full pads and the Jets' offense was sloppy. Tight end Tyler Conklin acknowledged it was a little frustrating, but said the offense can learn from days like that. Center Joe Tippmann has been struggling with some of his shotgun snaps, something coach Robert Saleh says needs to be fixed.
Olympic swimming: Ledecky is fastest in heats of 1500; Marchand advances in 2 more races
NANTERRE, France (AP) — Katie Ledecky got started on what she hopes will be her first gold medal of the Paris Olympics, fastest in the heats of the 1,500-meter freestyle. Finishing more than a half-lap ahead of the closest swimmer in her heat, Ledecky posted a time of 15 minutes, 47.43 seconds. She’ll have the prime lane for the final Wednesday. Ledecky is looking to earn her 12th Olympic medal. Coming off his dominating victory in the men’s 400 individual medley, Léon Marchand of France is attempting a double in the 200 butterfly and 200 breaststroke, advancing to the semifinals in both events.
