Carlos Sansores has a chance to win bronze for Mexico on the penultimate day at Paris 2024
This Saturday, August 10, activities will continue in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with athletics nearing its final stages. One of the highlight events will be the marathon, which will energize Paris with the world’s top runners.
For the Mexican delegation, three events will be contested for medals. In women’s golf, María Fassi and Gaby López will compete in this event.
Meanwhile, the men’s modern pentathlon will also award medals, with Emiliano Hernandez aiming for Olympic glory. Finally, artistic swimming featuring Nuria Diosdado and Joana Jimenez will showcase a duet free routine.
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What time do Brazil and the United States play?
The gold medal match in women’s soccer will take place at 9:00 a.m. Central Mexico time at the Parc des Princes. The United States team comes in as the favorite, but the Brazilian squad cannot be discounted, especially with Marta, a star player who will retire after this match.
What time is the diving semi-final?
Randal Willars and Kevin Berlin will compete in the individual diving semi-final from the 10m platform. Willars is currently ranked 13th, and Berlin is in eighth place in the order. The top 12 athletes will qualify for the final. This event will begin at 02:00 hours, Central Mexico time.
What time does Emiliano Hernández compete in the pentathlon final?
The Mexican flag bearer, pentathlete Emiliano Hernandez, will compete in the final of this discipline at 9:30 a.m. Central Mexico Time. There is a good chance he will secure a medal, having finished his semi-final in third place.
What time does Carlos Sansores debut?
Carlos Sansores will make his debut in taekwondo in the round of 16 in the +80kg category. The Mexican is among the favorites and will face Paivou Johnuario from Guinea Bissau. Their match is scheduled for 02:59 hours, Central Mexico time. If he advances, he will compete at 07:32 hours against the winner of the fight between Nikita Rafalovich and Arian Salimi.
Which Mexicans will be active?
Women’s Golf 4th Round
• Gaby Lopez and Maria Fassi
Gaby Lopez finished tied for 29th place, two strokes over par, while Maria Fassi placed 58th, with 21 strokes over par.
The gold medal went to Lydia Ko from New Zealand (-10), followed by Esther Henseleit from Germany (-8), with bronze going to China’s Xiyu Janet Lin (-7).
Modern Pentathlon (Women’s Semifinal A)
• Mayan Oliver
The Mexican pentathlete was eliminated in the A semi-final, finishing eleventh with 1386 points.
Diving (Men’s 10m platform individual semi-final)
• Randal Willars and Kevin Berlin
Both advanced to the final of the specialty, finishing seventh and eighth, respectively.
Taekwondo (Classification)
• Carlos Sansores
Carlos advanced to the quarterfinals after easily defeating Bissau-Guinean Johnouario Gomis 0-2, with scores of 1-8 and 1-7 in the two rounds.
Canoeing (Sprint – 500m individual kayak semi-final)
• Karina Alanis and Beatriz Briones
Karina Alanís finished eighth in the K1-500m semifinal 4, missing out on one of the finals.
Beatriz Briones advanced to the C final, where she clocked 1:54.53 minutes, concluding her Olympic competition in twenty-first place in the specialty.
Wrestling
• Austin Gómez
The Mexican wrestler concluded his journey at Paris 2024 in the first round of freestyle, losing to Azerbaijan’s Haji Aliyev 0-7.
Modern Pentathlon (Women’s Semi-Final B)
• Mariana Arceo
• Event start time: 5:30 (CDMX)
Modern Pentathlon (Men’s Final)
• Emiliano Hernandez
• Event start time: 9:30 am (CDMX)
Artistic Swimming
• Joana Jimenez and Nuria Diosdado
• Event start time: 11:30 am (CDMX)
Carlos Sansores Has a Chance to Win Bronze for Mexico on the Penultimate Day at Paris 2024
This Saturday, August 10, the activity continues in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with athletics entering its final stretch. One of the main events will be the marathon, which will have Paris buzzing with the best runners in the world.
Key Events for Mexico on August 10
For the Mexican delegation, three significant events will award medals today:
- Women’s Golf: María Fassi and Gaby López will compete in the fourth round.
- Modern Pentathlon: Emiliano Hernandez will go for Olympic glory.
- Artistic Swimming: Joana Jimenez and Nuria Diosdado will showcase their talents in a free routine.
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Schedule of Key Events
What Time Do Brazil and the United States Play?
The duel for the gold medal in women’s soccer takes place at 9:00 a.m. Central Mexico time at the Parc des Princes. The United States team is the favorite to win, but Brazil, led by star Marta, could surprise everyone, especially since this may be her last Olympic match.
What Time is the Diving Semi-Final?
Randal Willars and Kevin Berlin will compete in the individual diving semi-final from the 10m platform starting at 2:00 a.m. Central Mexico time. With only the top 12 qualifying for the finals, it’s a crucial moment for both divers.
What Time Does Emiliano Hernández Compete in the Pentathlon Final?
Mexican flag bearer Emiliano Hernandez will vie for a medal in the final of modern pentathlon, scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Central Mexico Time. After finishing his semi-final in third place, hopes are high for his performance.
What Time Does Carlos Sansores Debut?
Carlos Sansores will debut in taekwondo in the round of 16 in the +80kg category. Scheduled for 2:59 a.m. Central Mexico time, he is considered one of the favorites facing Paivou Johnuario from Guinea Bissau. If he advances, Sansores will compete again at 7:32 a.m. against the winner between Nikita Rafalovich and Arian Salimi.
Mexican Athletes Competing on August 10
Women’s Golf – 4th Round
- Gaby Lopez: Finished tied for 29th place, two strokes over par.
- María Fassi: Finished in 58th place, with 21 strokes over par.
The gold medal was awarded to Lydia Ko of New Zealand (-10), followed by Esther Henseleit of Germany (-8), and the bronze went to China’s Xiyu Janet Lin (-7).
Modern Pentathlon – Women’s Semifinal A
Mayan Oliver: Unfortunately, she was eliminated in the A semi-final, finishing in 11th place with 1386 points.
Diving – Men’s 10m Platform Individual Semi-Final
- Randal Willars: Advanced to the final, finishing seventh.
- Kevin Berlin: Also advanced, finishing eighth.
Taekwondo – Classification
Carlos Sansores: Successfully advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating Gomis from Guinea Bissau with scores of 1-8 and 1-7 across two rounds.
Canoeing – Sprint – 500m Individual Kayak Semi-Final
- Karina Alanis: Finished eighth in the K1-500m semi-final and missed qualifying for the finals.
- Beatriz Briones: Advanced to the C final, recording a time of 1:54.53 minutes.
Wrestling
Austin Gómez: Sadly exited the competition in the first round of freestyle after losing to Azerbaijan’s Haji Aliyev with a score of 0-7.
Modern Pentathlon – Women’s Semi-Final B
Mariana Arceo: Event time: 5:30 a.m. (CDMX)
Modern Pentathlon – Men’s Final
Emiliano Hernández: Event time: 9:30 a.m. (CDMX)
Artistic Swimming
Joana Jimenez and Nuria Diosdado: Event time: 11:30 a.m. (CDMX)
Final Thoughts on Mexico’s Medal Chase
With critical competitions taking place today, Mexico has a strong lineup of athletes aiming for Olympic success. All eyes will be on Carlos Sansores, Emiliano Hernández, and the duo in artistic swimming as they represent Mexico on the final day of events in Paris.
