Good morning, my name is Ben Bolch, curator of today’s Olympics newsletter, and I’ve got the lowdown on Japan’s favorite automated pastime. Bishop revealed the country contains 5.5 million vending machines — more than the entire European Union—while generating more than $60 billion annually. AdvertisementTrack and fieldJamaica’s Elaine Thompson-Herah celebrates after winning the women’s 100-meter final at the Tokyo Games on Saturday. There was some thought Felix might be on the track for the relay with a chance to win her record 10th Olympic medal. Now this is the kind of consistency the American men’s basketball team would love to have.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 31, 2021 14:02 UTC