Australia is riding a wave of momentum at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with both the women's and men's 4x100m medley relay teams poised to compete for medals.

The women's road race, featuring a challenging 157.6 km course through Paris, is set to take place today, with the event starting at 14:10 from the Trocadéro.

Among the competitors in the women's road race are Australian cyclists Grace Brown, Lauretta Hanson, and Ruby Roseman-Gannon.

The race will see 90 female cyclists, with Italian Elisa Balsamo and Dutch Marianne Vos being the favorites for the gold medal.

Defending champion Anna Kiesenhofer from Austria will also participate but is not considered a favorite to win.

Grace Brown, who recently won the women's time trial, is looking to add to her medal tally in the road race.

In canoe slalom heats, Tristan Carter and Timothy Anderson will represent Australia in the men's events, while Jessica and Noemie Fox will compete in the women's category.

Beach volleyball will feature Taliqua Clancy and Mariafe Artacho del Solar in the round of 16.

In basketball, the Australia Opals are set to face France in Group B.

Shayna Jack and Meg Harris are gearing up for the women's 50m freestyle final, adding to Australia's swimming hopes.

Swimming finals today will also include the men's and women's 4x100m medley relays, showcasing Australia's strong swimming talent.