Let the Games begin: U.S., Australia tied in total medals

The first day of competition didn't go swimmingly, but one highlight of the Olympics was the renewed rivalry between Australia and the U.S. in the pool. - Louis [MORNING BARK](mb_header_main?utm_source=mb&utm_medium=email&mb_edition=20240728) Sports. And then some. 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