USA/Panjab Post
Team USA had a dramatic day on the track at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Rai Benjamin secured gold in the men’s 400-meter hurdles, a redemption after his silver in Tokyo. The day began with a mix of outcomes in the relays: the U.S. women’s 4×100 team, featuring Melissa Jefferson, Twanisha Terry, Gabby Thomas, and Sha’Carri Richardson, clinched gold. However, the men’s relay squad, including Christian Coleman, Kenny Bednarek, Kyree King, and Fred Kerley, faced disqualification due to a handoff error, a repeat of past issues. Additionally, Team USA captured its first weightlifting gold in 24 years and the women’s basketball team advanced to the gold medal game, joining the men’s team.