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TBAY’s going for the gold

Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Tampa Bay competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
A blond tennis player waits for her opponent to hit her the ball.
Ready to watch Danielle Collins represent TBAY (and the US) in the Olympics? | Photo via Danielle Collins
We live in Champa Bay — of course we’re gonna have a slew of locals competing in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.

The games kick off on Friday, July 26, and run through Sunday, August 11 in the City of Love. We’re taking a peek at some of the Tampa Bay natives and residents going for the gold:
  • Danielle Collins | Tennis
    The Burg-born tennis phenom just returned from Wimbledon, only to head right back to the international stage to try for an Olympic win in her final year on the WTA Tour.
  • Bobby Finke | Swimming
    The two-time Olympic medalist — and Clearwater native — will take to the Parisian waters in hopes of claiming his third piece of hardware.
  • Austin Krajicek | Tennis
    The Brandon native and IMG Academy alum is headed to France for his second Olympics appearance. This time, he’s hoping to come home with something shiny.
  • Nelly Korda | Golf
    It’s no surprise with all of our gleaming local courses that we have the world’s No. 1 ranked women’s golfer in our midst. The Bradenton-born golfer took home the gold in Tokyo and is hoping to pick up another medal for her collection.
Men wearing USA bibs race around a track in front of bleachers filled with fans.

Erriyon Knighton will race in this year’s Olympics.

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Photo via Wikimedia Commons

  • Erriyon Knighton | Running
    Did you know Tampa’s own Erriyon Knighton beat Usain Bolt’s record in the world U-20 in the 200-meter? Now, the track star takes the world stage for his second Olympics.
  • Felicia Stancil | BMX
    The pro BMX racer + Tampa resident is headed to her second Olympic Games. Stancil is amply prepared, with 14 UCI World Titles under her spandex belt.
  • Parker Valby | Running
    The 21-year-old TBAY native is taking her talents to Paris, setting her sights on the gold in the 10,000m race.
  • Noah Lyons | Sailing
    This will be the first Olympic appearance for the Clearwater resident. Lyons will take to the French Riviera’s seas in the iQFOiL windsurfing competition for the US.
  • Dania Vizzi | Shooting
    This will also be the first Olympics for Vizzi, who was raised in Odessa. The 29-year-old will go for the gold in the Women’s skeet competition.
Wondering how to tune in? This year, the games will be broadcast on NBC and streamed via Peacock.
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A. Swimming
B. Gymnastics
C. Tennis
D. Diving
E. You missed my fave
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Events
Friday, July 12
  • Tampa Bay Rays vs. Cleveland Guardians | Friday, July 12-Sunday, July 14 | Times vary | Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg | $13+ | Pack the Trop to watch the Rays take on the Ohio boys.
  • 80s Retro Dance Party with the Spazmatics | Friday, July 12 | 7-11 p.m. | Bayboro Brewing Co., 2390 5th Ave. S., St. Petersburg | $8-$15 | Take it back to the “Outrageous 80s” with this nostalgic music journey through the decade.
Saturday, July 13
  • SharkCon | Saturday, July 13-Sunday, July 14 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US 301 N., Tampa | $5+ | Head to the Fairgrounds for a jaw-some array of shark exhibits, a scuba pool, a “Jaws” panel, and 150 merchandise booths.
Sunday, July 14
  • St. Pete Indie Flea Summer Show | Sunday, July 14 | 12-4 p.m. | The Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. N., St. Petersburg | Price of purchase | Browse locally made goods, vintage housewares, decor, mid-century furniture, vintage clothing, antiques, plants, and enjoy food and tunes.
  • “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” | Sunday, July 14 | 3 p.m. | Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa | $10 | Take in a screening of the legendary 1969 western and stick around after for a film talk and Q+A with retired Tampa Bay Times film critic Steve Persall.
  • Yoga in the Park | Sunday, July 14 | 6-7 p.m. | Curtis Hixon Park, 600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa | Free | Ward off the Sunday scaries with a soothing flow in the riverfront park — bring your own mat and towel.
Monday, July 15
  • Happy Birthday Tampa | Monday, July 15 | 7-10 p.m. | Shuffle, 2612 N. Tampa St., Tampa | Free with reservation | Kick off the Cigar City’s birthday week with local historian Manny Leto, as he shares some weird stories from the city’s past + enjoy drink and food specials.
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News Notes
Opening
  • Introducing your new lunchtime fix. Gateway Subs is now slinging sandwiches, cookies, and other satisfying treats at the Channelside Duckweed location. (That’s So Tampa)
Development
  • Workers broke ground on the ONE Tampa this week. Once finished, the 42-story tower will boast 225 units right in the heart of downtown . The high rise will also house retail and restaurant space overlooking the riverfront. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Eat
  • Charleston restaurateurs are bringing two new eateries to South Tampa. Maru, a new Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant + O-Ku, a sushi spot, will open in the developed Bayshore Gardens office complex. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Transit
  • Pinellas County just received a ~$28 million boost from the federal government for electric buses. The money will buy 12 electric buses, four diesel hybrids, 12 charging stations, and associated equipment. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Civic
  • The final vote on the redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District is next Thursday, July 18. It’s time to look at the last batch of key development revisions to the plans, including city council approval of affordable housing units + Rays stadium plans. Take a peek. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Announced
  • Let’s make some reservations. Juno & the Peacock, the new concept in the former 400 Beach spot, is slated to open on Tuesday, August 23. Expect “new American coastal cuisine” + a swanky cocktail lounge called Pluma. (I Love the Burg)
Coming Soon
  • Good news for pickleballers. St. Pete Athletic Paddle and Social Club is opening up at the Factory St. Pete next year with 14 pickleball courts, two padel courts, and six table tennis tables. The club will also boast a bar and restaurant for some post-game fuel. (I Love the Burg)
Plan Ahead
  • It’s shaping up to be a Chevy Chase Christmas. The “Christmas Vacation” actor is headed to the Straz Center for a special showing of the iconic Christmastime flick + to share some behind-the-scenes stories on Sunday, Dec. 1. Tickets go on sale today for $40. (That’s So Tampa)
Sports
  • It’s time to dive into the Rays’ performance against the New York Yankees. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Rays with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    Earlier this week, we asked which house you would make your home?
    A home sits right on the water
    The buyer of this home can choose from a range of exterior styles. | Rendering via Jennifer Zales
    It seems our readers couldn’t make up their minds. It’s okay, we understand — all of these homes were knockouts. And they all agree on one thing: their dream home features incredible waterfront views.

    The Beach Park escape and Davis Islands spot tied for first place in our readers’ hearts. Followed by another tie, this time between the Coffee Pot Boulevard pad and the Snell Isle estate.

    Finally, the Sunset Park wonderland brought up the rear.
     
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