Paris Olympics day seven: Medal hunt to focus on water sports as first week wraps up

Some events Aussie fans will want to keep an eye on this evening, among others, include the men’s windsurfing, the women’s BMX racing, the men’s basketball and, of course, swimming.

More to come from the water

Twelve of Australia’s 18 medals so far have come from water sports. That number is only expected to rise later on Friday when Grae Morris takes to the water at Marseille, having a place on the podium already secured thanks to his performance in the qualifiers.

In swimming, Kaylee McKeown is aiming for her second gold medal at the Paris Olympics and fifth overall as she races in the women’s 200m backstroke final, for which she holds the world record. Cameron McEvoy will be racing in the men’s 50m freestyle, and several other Australian swimmers will be competing in the heats.

BMX racing finals to come, athletics starts

Australia has high hopes for medals from other athletes as well. Saya Sakakibara completed the women’s BMX racing quarter-finals with the best times and is in excellent form ahead of the semis. Lauren Reynolds will also be riding, with Isaac Kennedy representing Australia in the men’s semis.

The men’s decathlon is also due to start and Australian duo of Ashley Maloney and Daniel Golubovic will be aiming for a good finish in the 100m heats.

Boomers take on two-time MVP as Kookaburras aim to top group

With one win and one loss in their group, Brian Goorjian’s players will have nothing but victory on their mind as they go up against a winless Greece team that includes two-time NBA most-valuable player (MVP) Giannis Antetokounmpo.

And in women’s water polo, Australia will take on Canada, hoping to maintain their unbeaten run, with a victory ensuring a place in the next round of the tournament.