British climber in Olympic final

At the Paris Olympics, British climbers Erin McNiece and Molly Thompson-Smith are vying for spots in the women's boulder and lead finals, with McNiece currently in 10th place after the boulder semi-final. McNiece scored 59.6 points, just 4.4 behind the eighth qualifying position, while Thompson-Smith is in 19th with 9.8 points. Meanwhile, 22-year-old Oceana Mackenzie from Australia excelled in her bouldering heat, achieving a perfect score on her first attempt and showcasing the skills needed in this challenging discipline. The competition faced challenges as many climbers struggled with the boulder problems, with the men collectively achieving only 7 successful climbs out of 80 attempts. As the competition progresses, climbers are hoping to navigate the obstacles and secure a place in the finals, with the atmosphere at Le Bourget creating a vibrant backdrop for the event.