Brits Shine in Women's Heptathlon at the Olympics

The Olympic women's heptathlon is underway, and Britain's Katarina Johnson-Thompson is leading the pack after the first day. As the reigning world champion, Johnson-Thompson is no stranger to the intense competition that comes with the heptathlon. The event, which consists of seven grueling events, pushes athletes to their limits, testing their speed, strength, and endurance.

The Heptathlon Events in Order

For those new to the world of athletics, the heptathlon may seem daunting. But what exactly does it entail? The seven events that make up the heptathlon are:

• 100m hurdles
• High jump
• Shot put
• 200m
• Long jump
• Javelin throw
• 800m

Each event requires a unique set of skills, and athletes must be well-rounded to succeed in the heptathlon.

Athletes to Watch

Johnson-Thompson is not the only athlete making waves in the heptathlon. Team USA's Taliyah Brooks is also competing in the Olympic heptathlon, and fans can follow her progress on this page. Other notable athletes in the event include Belgium's Nafissatou Thiam and Britain's Denise Lewis, who has won numerous accolades in the heptathlon, including an Olympic gold medal.

As the competition heats up, fans will be on the edge of their seats, cheering on their favorite athletes as they battle for the top spot in the women's heptathlon.