Tokyo Olympics in Pictures: Kiwis in action on Saturday, July 24

As the Tokyo Olympics staged their first day of official competition, the NZ team made their presence felt at a variety of venues across the city.

For some, this was their only chance to impress - others will live on to chase medals another day.

Grace Prendergast and Kerri Gowler are in control of their rowing pair heat. Photo credit: Getty

Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson sends a shot wide against USA. Photo credit: Photosport

Black Sticks player Blair Tarrant drags a pass against India. Photo credit: Photosport

Gymnast Misha Koudinov contests the pommel horse. Photo credit: Photosport

Kiwi gymnast Misha Koudinov competes on horizontal bar. Photo credit: Photosport

Lewis Clareburt battles American Chase Kalisz in 400m medley heats. Photo credit: Photosport

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