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
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
Football Ferns striker Hannah Wilkinson sends a shot wide against USA. Photo credit: Photosport
Black Sticks player Blair Tarrant drags a pass against India
Black Sticks player Blair Tarrant drags a pass against India. Photo credit: Photosport
Gymnast Misha Koudinov contests the pommel horse
Gymnast Misha Koudinov contests the pommel horse. Photo credit: Photosport
Kiwi gymnast Misha Koudinov competes on horizontal bar
Kiwi gymnast Misha Koudinov competes on horizontal bar. Photo credit: Photosport
Lewis Clareburt battles American Chase Kalisz in 400m medley heats
Lewis Clareburt battles American Chase Kalisz in 400m medley heats. Photo credit: Photosport