Daniel Wiffen has made history by becoming the first Irishman to win an Olympic swimming gold, first in the 800m freestyle with an Olympic record and now aiming for a double in the 1500m freestyle. He is a favorite for another gold after leading the heats in the 1500m with a time of 14:40.34. Wiffen is handling his newfound fame well, enjoying fan interactions while staying focused on his performance. Meanwhile, Rory McIlroy finished tied for fifth in the men's golf competition at Paris 2024, after a double bogey on the 15th hole derailed his medal hopes. He had a strong run of five consecutive birdies but ultimately finished two shots behind the bronze medallist. McIlroy, initially skeptical about golf in the Olympics, found the experience enjoyable and different from traditional events.