Aussies lose gold

Australia's Olympic campaign in Paris has seen mixed results, with the women's 3x3 basketball team finishing fifth and expressing a need for greater support from Basketball Australia after their loss to Canada. In contrast, the men's K4 500m canoe team narrowly missed out on gold, securing silver by just 0.04 seconds against Germany, marking Australia's first medal in this event since 2012. Keegan Palmer won gold in park skateboarding, expressing pride in representing Australia, while Jack Robinson claimed silver in surfing, demonstrating strong performances despite falling short in their respective finals. The overall medal tally for Australia stands at 18, closely trailing Team USA's 27 golds. While the success in some events showcases Australia's sporting talent, there are calls for better promotion and support for emerging sports like 3x3 basketball. The diverse outcomes highlight both the potential and challenges faced by Australian athletes at the Olympics.