Team South Africa (SA) is all set to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics with a packed schedule on Thursday, July 25, 2024.
2024 Paris Olympics: Team SA athletes competing today
Today is a crucial day for Team SA as they compete in the men’s rugby sevens and archery.
The Blitzboks are back in action, ready to take on Japan after a challenging opening day.
On Wednesday, the team faced tough matches against Ireland and New Zealand, losing 10-5 and 17-5 respectively.
Despite these setbacks, the Blitzboks remain determined to advance in the competition.
The scenario is now set for Team SA to beat Japan and potentially face Argentina or Australia for a spot in the semi-finals.
Alternatively, they might meet either New Zealand or Ireland again in the quarter-finals.
In their first match on Wednesday, Team SA displayed a solid defence but struggled to maintain possession, leading to a narrow loss to Ireland.
Later, in front of a diminished crowd at the Stade de France, the Blitzboks put up a valiant effort against New Zealand, with Selvyn Davids scoring an unconverted try.
However, New Zealand’s superior skills ultimately led to their victory.
Besides rugby, South Africa’s archery hopeful, Wian Roux, will make his debut in the men’s individual ranking round.
The 21-year-old 2022 African champion will compete today, aiming to make his family and country proud.
Roux’s participation is a significant moment for Team SA, adding excitement to the day’s events.
Here is the Team SA schedule for Thursday, 25 July 2024:
- 14:15-17:15 CAT – Archery (Men’s individual ranking round)
- 16:00 CAT – Rugby Sevens: South Africa vs Japan
How to watch Paris Olympics live in South Africa
For South Africans eager to catch all the Olympic action, there are several ways to watch the events live.
SABC will provide comprehensive coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics, ensuring that fans don’t miss out on any critical moments.
Additionally, SuperSport will also broadcast the games live, offering extensive coverage of various sports and events.
For those who prefer online streaming, the Olympics can be watched live through the SABC’s official website and SuperSport’s streaming service.
Both platforms offer live streaming options, allowing viewers to watch the games on their mobile devices, tablets, or computers.
In addition to traditional broadcasting and online streaming, the official Olympics website and the Olympic Channel will provide live updates, highlights, and replays of events.
South African viewers can also follow the Olympics on social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
These platforms offer real-time updates, behind-the-scenes content, and interactions with athletes.