The U.S. men's gymnastics team achieved a significant milestone by clinching a bronze medal at the ongoing Olympics. Meanwhile, the British rugby sevens team is in the spotlight for less favorable reasons as key player Amy Wilson-Hardy has stepped back from competition following racial allegations linked to a controversial image that surfaced on social media.

The British Olympic Association has commenced an inquiry into Wilson-Hardy after an image showing her with a black-painted face circulated on platforms like WhatsApp. The disturbing picture included a caption that suggested a questionable remark regarding race. Wilson-Hardy's decision to withdraw occurred just before a crucial match against China, which the team lost, raising further concerns about the morale and focus of the squad amid the unfolding scandal.

In a statement from Team GB, it was disclosed that Wilson-Hardy was replaced by Abi Burton under medical grounds. The team captain, Emma Uren, expressed disappointment over the development, acknowledging that the players were minimally informed about the situation, as they needed to remain focused on their Olympic journey. Coach Ciaran Beattie redirected attention to the sport, avoiding engagement with the controversy, as the squad struggled with the aftermath of failures, especially after their men's team lost the opportunity to qualify, and women were ousted in the quarter-finals by the United States.

Wilson-Hardy's withdrawal follows another notable case involving British athlete Charlotte Dujardin, who exited the Games after a historic video allegedly showing her mistreating a horse emerged, leading to her public apology for her past actions.