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Britain fails to pick up a medal

Britain's hopes of a golden start to the Olympics were dashed today as the nation failed to pick up a medal. Huge crowds turned out to line the route of the 250km men's road race, the weather was good and there were no reported transport problems.

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Australia beats Britain 74-58 in Olympic women's basketball

Great Britain's Temi Fagbenle in action against Australia's Lauren Jackson Credit: Stephen Pond/PA Wire/Press Association Images

Australia leads the Olympic women's Basketball group B round with 2 points. France is currently second with 2 points and Russia is third with 2 points after the most recent match.

Britain will take on Canada on Monday.

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