Dina Asher-Smith and Daryll Neita

At the Paris Olympics, Team GB's Dina Asher-Smith and Daryll Neita faced disappointment in the women's 200m final, both narrowly missing out on a medal. Asher-Smith, once a world champion, finished just shy of the podium after a strong start, while Neita, confident from her recent performances, also fell short despite a solid heat showing. The race was dominated by USA's Gabby Thomas, who secured gold with a time of 21.83 seconds. The evening marked a challenging moment for Asher-Smith, who had previously suffered an early exit in the 100m event. Both athletes had high expectations, particularly Asher-Smith, who was aiming for her first individual Olympic medal. While the outcome was disappointing, Neita's fourth-place finish in the 100m and Asher-Smith's history suggest that future opportunities may still lie ahead.