At the Paris Olympics on July 29, 2024, Lian Junjie and Yang Hao achieved victory in the men's synchronized 10m platform event, marking China's second gold in diving. The pair outperformed their competitors, scoring 490.35 points across their six dives, surpassing British divers Tom Daley and Noah Williams by a significant margin.

Lian expressed relief and excitement at their win, especially given the pressure from their British rivals who competed immediately before them and executed strong dives. This gold comes after Chinese divers fell short of a complete victory in this event during the previous Olympics in Tokyo, where they had taken seven out of eight gold medals.

In another standout event on the same day, Sheng Lihao of China set an Olympic record in the men's 10m air rifle with a score of 252.2 points, securing his second gold medal in these Games. The young shooter noted that he faced challenges during his performance but managed to maintain his composure to finish successfully.

Japan's success was highlighted in the men's gymnastics team event, where they outpaced China by just under a point to claim their eighth Olympic gold. Despite trailing at the start of the competition, their determination and skill allowed them to achieve a total of 259.594 points, with Daiki Hashimoto expressing pride over their historic win.

In swimming, Australia celebrated a notable achievement with Mollie O'Callaghan breaking the Olympic record in the women's 200m freestyle. Five gold medals were won across different swimming events, showcasing a highly competitive atmosphere.

Additionally, Rafael Nadal made his emotional exit from the Olympics after a tough match against Novak Djokovic, marking a significant moment in his illustrious career. Meanwhile, China's women's volleyball team achieved a narrow victory against the United States, further intensifying the competition landscape at the Paris Games. Japan currently leads the overall medal tally, followed closely by China and France.