Paris, July 30: American swimmer Ryan Murphy got a special surprise from his pregnant wife Bridget Konttinen at the Paris 2024 Olympics after winning bronze in the men’s 100m backstroke, his third Olympic medal in that event. After Murphy received his bronze medal for finishing third in the 100-meter backstroke race, his wife, who was present in the stands, did a gender reveal of their baby with a handwritten sign that read, "Ryan it's a girl!" Paris Olympics 2024: Ex-NBA Player Chase Budinger Wins Olympic Beach Volleyball Debut Match in France.

Murphy's bronze medal marks his seventh overall, making him one of the most decorated Olympic athletes of all time. He is a four-time Olympic gold medalist and the former world-record holder in the men's 100-meter backstroke.

Ryan Murphy Wins Bronze Medal in Paris Olympics 2024

 

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Ryan is currently attempting a once in a lifetime feat of becoming the first male swimmer to medal in both the 100m and 200m backstroke events in three consecutive Olympics. He will be back in the pool to swim the men’s 200m backstroke on Wednesday.

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