Celebrities

Athletics: Women’s 100m Final

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I’ve had a long-standing relationship with Dina Asher-Smith, and based on my experience with her, I hold a positive outlook towards her. Following a major coaching shift, Dina’s final stretch at the European Championships in Rome was impressive, suggesting that she is well on her way to delivering strong performances. With some fine-tuning of her starts, Dina could be in for an excellent showing. The Jamaican team has yet to prove their mettle, so it might be a dominant race for the Americans. Sha’Carri Richardson, a current world champion and an increasingly formidable runner, exudes confidence and thrives on the limelight. Given her penchant for grand displays, I believe she will put on quite the show at the Olympics. JEANETTE KWAKYE

Artistic Gymnastics: Pommel Horse Final

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Max Whitlock has an impressive opportunity to create history by earning a medal on the same apparatus at five consecutive Olympic Games. His accomplishments in gymnastics have left us in awe. When he debuted in the 2012 London Olympics as a young athlete, he brought home a medal for our team. Since then, his career has soared to new heights. However, this feat won’t come without challenges. Rhys McClenaghan from Ireland will be a formidable opponent, as they have faced off against each other throughout their careers. Moreover, numerous gymnasts have been delivering impressive scores (15 marks or more) on the pommel horse. Therefore, qualifying for the final will be a tough task. Max’s experience and skills, however, make him a strong contender to persevere and claim victory. [Beth Tweddle’s name mentioned for context only]