Tweetbits

Alexandra Raisman.
Saiyidah Aisyah.
Thailand's Saylom Ardee (right) appears to use every part of his arms to fight Belarus' Pavel Kastramin during the men's welterweight round-of-32 match on Sunday. The Thai proved successful as he advanced on a split decision to the next stage.
Thailand's Saylom Ardee (right) appears to use every part of his arms to fight Belarus' Pavel Kastramin during the men's welterweight round-of-32 match on Sunday. The Thai proved successful as he advanced on a split decision to the next stage. PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE

Yipppppppeeeeeeeeeeee. So proud of this team. We work so hard. We love you guys! Thanks Brazil for chanting USA in the arena, how cool!?

ALEXANDRA RAISMAN After Team USA qualified top of the women's artistic gymnastics team event.

Saw a former world champ in the water today. Another sculler was sinking. And I was just holding on to dear life. #rowinginrio

SAIYIDAH AISYAH The Singaporean rower tweets about the tough conditions at the Games.


Winning shot

Thailand's Saylom Ardee appears to use every part of his arms to fight Belarus' Pavel Kastramin during the men's welterweight round-of-32 match on Sunday. The Thai proved successful as he advanced on a split decision to the next stage.

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