The Limerick woman came fourth in a season's best time of 7.92 seconds

Lavin goes into the semi-finals on Friday at lunchtime.

The European relay medalist emerged victorious in the Women’s 400-metres at the Galà dei Castelli in Switzerland, with a time of 51.35 seconds.

Golfer Lowry and 100 metres hurdler Lavin are both set to appear in their second Olympics

Manchester City came from behind to defeat their rivals.