Paris Olympics 2024: Mollie O’Callaghan beats Ariarne Titmus in the 200m freestyle
Mollie O’Callaghan has won the 200m freestyle in an epic race against defending champion and teammate Ariarne Titmus. RELIVE ALL THE ACTION
Mollie O’Callaghan has edged out Ariarne Titmus in a final lap surge to win the 200m freestyle against her great rival and teammate.
It capped off a remarkable day in Paris which included a silver medal to our equestrian Chris Burton.
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The Hockeyroos and Kookaburras both won and Harry Garside lost on his return to the Olympic arena. Meanwhile, Teremoana Teremoana announced his Olympic credentials with a first round win in the super heavyweight division.
In a shock lost the Opals lost to Nigeria in the women’s basketball.
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Originally published as Paris Olympics 2024: Mollie O’Callaghan beats Ariarne Titmus in the 200m freestyle
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