Guide to Day 5 events and schedule at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris

For those with 9-5 jobs in the Eastern time zone, you might want to consider signing off a bit early on Wednesday.

The Day 5 schedule is filled with big-ticket events in the afternoon.

The highlight from a Canadian perspective is the huge women’s soccer game against Colombia.

Here are a look at some events to watch, along with the full schedule for Day 5.

(All times Eastern)

Summer McIntosh (swimming, women’s 200-m butterfly heats, 5:46 a.m.; semis, 2:45 p.m.)

The Canadian swim sensation begins her quest for a third medal at these Games. McIntosh won this event at the world championships the past two years.

Tammara Thibeault (boxing, women’s 75 kg, round of 16, 11:06 a.m.)

The Canadian favourite opens the Olympics with a bout against Cindy Ngamba of the IOC Refugee Team. Thibeault was world champion in 2022.

Canadian 3×3 women’s basketball team (vs. China, noon)

After opening with a win over Australia, Canada faces a tougher test against top-ranked China. Canada came into the tournament ranked fifth in the eight-team field

Ilya Kharun (swimming, men’s 200-m butterfly final, 2:37 p.m.)

Kharun posted the third-fastest time in the semifinals on Tuesday, making him a threat to become the first Canadian male swimmer to hit the Olympic podium since 2012.

Canadian women’s soccer team (vs. Colombia, 3 p.m.)

Will the drama ever end for this team? Against all odds, Canada can advance to the quarterfinals with a win. FIFA no longer controls this team’s destiny in the midst of a drone spying scandal.

U.S. vs. South Sudan men’s basketball (3 p.m.)

The Americans eked out a one-point win over upstart South Sudan in pre-Olympic play. Each team is 1-0 in Paris. Ottawa native Marial Shayok is one of South Sudan’s key players.

Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson (beach volleyball, vs. Switzerland, 3 p.m.)

The Canadians battle Switzerland’s Esmee Bobner and Zoe Verge-Depre in a team between the only two unbeaten teams in Pool D.

Katie Ledecky (swimming, women’s 1,500-m final, 3:13 p.m.)

The American hasn’t lost a race at this distance in 14 years. One more medal gives her 12, which would put her into a tie for most decorated female athlete in Olympic history.

Full event schedule

3×3 basketball (game schedule)
Women’s and men’s pool games, 11:30 a.m.-4:35 p.m.

Archery
Men’s and women’s eliminations, 6 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

Gymnastics
Men’s all-around final, 11:30 a.m.

Badminton (game schedule)
Group play and quarterfinals, 2:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Women’s basketball (full game schedule, standings, scores)
Spain vs. Puerto Rico, 5 a.m.
China vs. Serbia, 7:30 a.m.

Men’s basketball (full game schedule, standings, scores)
Puerto Rico vs. Serbia, 11:15 a.m.
U.S. vs. South Sudan, 3 p.m.

Beach volleyball (game schedule)
Pool games, 3 a.m.-4 p.m.

Boxing (bout schedule)
Round of 16, quarterfinals, 5 a.m.-4:08 p.m.

Canoe slalom
Women’s C1 semifinal, 9:30 a.m.
Women’s C1 final, 11:25 a.m.

Cycling (BMX)
Women’s park final, 7:10 a.m.
Men’s park final, 8:44 a.m.

Diving
Women’s 10-m synchronized final, 5 a.m.

Equestrian
Individual and team dressage, 4 a.m.

Fencing
Men’s team sabre, 7:30 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

Field hockey (game schedule)
Women’s and men’s pool games, 4 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

Handball (game schedule)
Men’s group games, 3 a.m.-3 p.m.

Judo
Women’s 70 kg and men’s 90 kg competitions, 4-11:18 a.m.

Rowing
Lightweight men’s and double heats, 3:30 a.m.
Men’s and women’s single semifinals, 3:54 a.m.
Men’s and women’s pair semifinals, 4:34 a.m.
Lightweight men’s and women’s double semifinals, 5:14 a.m.
Men’s and women’s quadruple finals, 6:02 a.m.

Sailing
Skiff and windsurfing races, 6:15-10:48 a.m.

Shooting
Men’s 50-m rifle qualification, 3 a.m.
Women’s trap qualification, 3 a.m.
Women’s trap final, 9:30 a.m.

Women’s soccer (full game schedule, standings, scores)
Brazil vs. Spain, 11 a.m.
Japan vs. Nigeria, 11 a.m.
Australia vs. U.S., 1 p.m.
Zambia vs. Germany, 1 p.m.
Colombia vs. Canada, 3 p.m.
New Zealand vs. France, 3 p.m.

Swimming
Women’s 200-m backstroke heats, men’s 200-m backstroke heats, women’s 200-m butterfly heats, 5 a.m.
Women’s 100-m freestyle final, 2:30 p.m.
Men’s 200-m butterfly final, 2:37 p.m.
Women’s 200-m butterfly semis, 2:45 p.m.
Women’s 1,500-m freestyle final, 3:13 p.m.
Men’s 200-m backstroke semis, 3:47 p.m.
Women’s 200-m backstroke semis, 4:03 p.m.
Men’s 200-m breaststroke final, 4:31 p.m.
Men’s 100-m freestyle final, 4:39 p.m.

Table tennis (game schedule)
Men’s and women’s singles, 4 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tennis (match schedule)
Men’s and women’s singles and doubles, mixed doubles 5:55 a.m.-1:03 p.m.

Triathlon
Women’s individual, 2 a.m.
Men’s individual, 4:45 a.m.

Volleyball (game schedule)
Men’s and women’s pool games, 3 a.m.-3 p.m.

Water polo (game schedule)
Women’s pool games, 8 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

As we reach the halfway point of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, excitement is at an all-time high as athletes from around the world continue to compete for gold. Day 5 promises to be another action-packed day with a variety of events taking place across the city. Here is a guide to some of the key events and schedule for Day 5:

– Swimming: The swimming events continue on Day 5 with finals in the men’s and women’s 200m freestyle, 100m backstroke, and 200m butterfly. Fans can expect to see some of the world’s top swimmers vying for medals in these highly competitive events.

– Gymnastics: Artistic gymnastics takes center stage on Day 5 with the men’s team final and individual all-around final. Spectators can look forward to witnessing incredible displays of strength, agility, and grace as gymnasts compete for top honors.

– Cycling: The cycling events on Day 5 include the men’s and women’s individual time trials. Cyclists will race against the clock in this challenging event, with the fastest rider taking home the gold medal.

– Tennis: Tennis fans will be treated to exciting matches on Day 5, with both singles and doubles matches scheduled throughout the day. Top players from around the world will be competing for a chance to advance to the next round.

– Athletics: The athletics events continue on Day 5 with finals in the men’s and women’s 400m hurdles, long jump, and shot put. Fans can expect to see some thrilling performances as athletes give it their all in pursuit of Olympic glory.

In addition to these key events, there will be a variety of other sports taking place on Day 5, including basketball, beach volleyball, and equestrian events. With so much action happening throughout the city, there is sure to be something for everyone to enjoy at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

As you plan your day, be sure to check the official schedule for up-to-date information on event times and locations. Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan or just looking to soak up the Olympic atmosphere, Day 5 promises to be a day to remember at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.