Olympics Today: Sunday's guide for what to watch in Paris

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Several notable stars are set to make their Olympic debuts on Sunday in France. The U.S. women’s gymnastics team, led by Simone Biles, will compete in qualifications, while the U.S. men’s basketball team, led by LeBron James, will face Serbia. The U.S. women’s national soccer team will play against Germany, and the swimming competition will continue. Other medal events include archery, kayaking, cycling, fencing, judo, shooting, and skateboarding.

Biles makes Olympic return #

Biles, a seven-time Olympic medalist, returns to the Games after withdrawing from most of her events at the Tokyo Olympics due to a mental block. The U.S. women’s gymnastics team aims for gold in the team events.

U.S. men’s basketball vs. Serbia #

The U.S. men’s basketball team, loaded with talent, faces Serbia, led by Nikola Jokić. The U.S. team is aiming for a fifth straight Olympic gold.

U.S. women’s soccer vs. Germany #

The U.S. women’s soccer team and Germany both won their first games in Group B. Both teams are seeking redemption in a major international tournament.

A first Olympic medal for the ‘French Michael Phelps’? #

Swimming continues with the men’s 400-meter individual medley, women’s 100-meter butterfly, and men’s 100-meter breaststroke finals. Léon Marchand, dubbed the ‘French Michael Phelps’, is a top contender for gold in the men’s 400-meter IM. The women’s 100 butterfly and men’s 100 breaststroke have several strong competitors.

Olympic surfing in Tahiti #

The Olympic surfing competition takes place in Tahiti. The second rounds of the men’s and women’s events are scheduled for Sunday, weather permitting. U.S. athletes to watch include Caroline Marks and Carissa Moore on the women’s side and John John Florence on the men’s side.

Saturday’s highlight #

The United States won its first gold medal of the Olympics in the men’s 4x100 freestyle relay in swimming. The team delivered a dominant performance, securing victory over Australia and Italy.