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1. Team GB’s men’s eight is currently double world champions and 2016 Olympic champions; coach Steve Trapmore claimed gold in the year 2000. Although the Germans have declined, top contenders such as Australia, Netherlands, Romania, and potential dark horses like the Americans are participating in this event. Unfortunately, the women’s team has not been performing at their peak, but five of them will make their Olympic debut today; yet, they seem to be peaking at just the right moment. Sharing a sibling during competition can provide a significant advantage, and I hope that Tom and Emily Ford enjoy this benefit as my brother Jonny and I did in Barcelona.

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Since 2012, Great Britain has consistently stood on the podium for dressage events in every Olympic Games, and our strength remains unwavering. Charlotte Fry with Glamourdale and Carl Hester riding Imhotep will be pivotal figures once more. Both are experienced performers under pressure, a crucial factor indeed. The German, Dutch, and American teams may pose challenges, but we remain optimistic about our position in the competition.

1. The memory of Tokyo’s narrow loss will linger heavily for Emily Craig and Imogen Grant. They fell just short of the podium by 0.01 seconds and missed gold by half a second, demonstrating how close they came. To keep herself motivated for these Games, Emily hung the picture of that photo finish on her wall. Propelled by their near-miss, they are determined, focused, and stand a good chance of earning the most popular gold medal in Paris if they manage to win on the day. Also, since this is the last time this event will be held at the Olympics, whoever wins will be crowned the eternal champions.

As a fervent admirer, let me share my thoughts on these exhilarating races. What captivates me is that they often conceal more than they reveal. Top contenders may not falter, but they certainly hold back secrets, hidden not only from the audience but also from their competitors. After the heats, we’re left guessing about each competitor’s remaining strength. The race is a prolonged mental battle. At the end of the day, the runner who shines in the heats might stumble, while one who seemed to struggle throughout could surprise us with an exceptional performance in the final. PAULA RADCLIFFE

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