US track star Noah Lyles will compete in the men’s 100m at the Stade de France on Sunday.
AFP Sport highlights five athletes to watch on the fourth day of the athletics programme at the Olympics.
Men’s 100m – Final
Noah Lyles underestimated the “power of an Olympics” but is determined to excel after finishing second in his heat.
With treble sprint gold at the Budapest world championships, Lyles aims to replicate his success on the Olympic stage.
Lyles acknowledges the tough competition ahead as he starts his bid for multiple gold medals.
Women’s high jump – Final
Ukraine’s Yaroslava Mahuchikh, the world record holder, is a top contender in the high jump final.
Australians Nicola Olyslagers and Eleanor Patterson pose a challenge to Mahuchikh’s pursuit for gold.
The competition promises an exciting battle among the finalists.
Women’s 400m hurdles
Defending champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone looks to continue her unbeaten streak in the 400m hurdles event.
The American is up against tough competition from world champion Femke Bol of the Netherlands.
Women’s 200 metres
Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson, the reigning world champion, aims for her first individual Olympic gold medal.
American Gabby Thomas is expected to challenge Jackson in the 200m event.
Men’s 110m hurdles
American Grant Holloway seeks his first Olympic gold after being the world champion three times.
Holloway’s impressive record makes him a strong contender for the top spot.
