Paris glitters in the rain for ambitious Olympic opening ceremony
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris glitters in the rain for ambitious Olympic opening ceremony

Associated Press  

Paris has kicked off its first Summer Olympics in a century with a rain-soaked, rule-breaking opening ceremony. Athletes travel by boat along the Seine River during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris, France, Friday, July 26, 2024. A torchbearer carries the Olympic flame over a building along the Seine River in Paris, France, during the opening ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 26, 2024. Athletes from Brazil’s delegation wave Brazilian flags as they sail in a boat on the river Seine duringt the opening ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France, Friday, July 26, 2024. Members of the United States Team travel along the Seine River in Paris, France, during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 26, 2024.

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Paralympics closing ceremony is held in Paris
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paralympics closing ceremony is held in Paris

China Daily  

Xinhua Updated: 2024-09-09 Large | Medium | Small PARIS -- The closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games is held in Paris, France, Sept. 8, 2024. French President Emmanuel Macron and IPC President Andrew Parsons applaud during the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, France, Sept. 8, 2024. French President Emmanuel Macron and IPC President …

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open

China Daily  

The Paralympic Phryge performs during the Parade of Nations as part of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony at the Place de la Concorde. This time in Paris, eight athletes and one guide runner will compete as part of the largest-ever Refugee Paralympic Team. Tony Estanguet, President of the Paris 2024 organizing committee, gave a speech to welcome the …

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open

China Daily  

The Paralympic Phryge performs during the Parade of Nations as part of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony at the Place de la Concorde. This time in Paris, eight athletes and one guide runner will compete as part of the largest-ever Refugee Paralympic Team. Tony Estanguet, President of the Paris 2024 organizing committee, gave a speech to welcome the …

Colourful, joyous opening ceremony kickstarts Paralympic Games Paris 2024
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Colourful, joyous opening ceremony kickstarts Paralympic Games Paris 2024

Al Jazeera  

A splash of colour and hope for inclusivity headlined the opening ceremony as more than 4,000 athletes paraded in Paris. Against the backdrop of a setting sun, thousands of athletes paraded down the famed Champs-Elysees avenue to Place de la Concorde in central Paris where French President Emmanuel Macron officially declared the Paralympic Games open on Wednesday night. Rest assured, …

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games open

China Daily  

Xinhua Updated: 2024-08-29 Large | Medium | Small The Paralympic Phryge performs during the Parade of Nations as part of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony at the Place de la Concorde. This time in Paris, eight athletes and one guide runner will compete as part of the largest-ever Refugee Paralympic Team. Tony Estanguet, President of the Paris 2024 …

Paralympics Opening Ceremony Kicks Off Final Chapter On Summer Of Sports In Paris
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Paralympics Opening Ceremony Kicks Off Final Chapter On Summer Of Sports In Paris

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING PARIS — Just weeks after hosting the Olympics, Paris began the final chapter of its summer of sports Wednesday with the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games. French President Emmanuel Macron officially declared the Games open in a ceremony held outside the confines of a stadium, just like when the Olympics opened in the city on July …

All to know about Paralympic Games Paris 2024: Schedule, events, venues
3 months, 3 weeks ago

All to know about Paralympic Games Paris 2024: Schedule, events, venues

Al Jazeera  

When and where will the Paralympics opening ceremony be held? The Paralympic Games 2024 will be held in the French capital from Wednesday and will see thousands of athletes compete for coveted medals. The 18 venues across Paris and its outskirts that will play host to games are: Stade de France: Para athletics Para athletics Roland-Garros Stadium: Wheelchair tennis Wheelchair …

Paris Olympics 2024 volleyball review: France and Italy reign supreme to claim memorable golds
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024 volleyball review: France and Italy reign supreme to claim memorable golds

The Hindu  

France and Italy painted the South Paris Arena 1 blue as they won the volleyball gold medals to cap a memorable Olympics for the men’s defending champion and the women’s team who had never claimed a medal at the Games before. France rode a wave of euphoria at its home Olympics and delivered the country’s 15th gold in Paris in …

Paris 2024 Olympics: 7 unforgettable moments that captured the world’s attention
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: 7 unforgettable moments that captured the world’s attention

Hindustan Times  

Snapshot of Yusuf Dikeç and Anthony Ammirati. Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikeç's viral pose: Yusuf Dikeç, a Turkish shooter, has become an unexpected viral phenomenon at the Paris 2024 Olympics due to his comfortable shooting style, which includes keeping one hand in his pocket and both eyes open while aiming. French athlete's proposal with Olympic pin: Alice Finot celebrated finishing fourth …

Top heart-warming moments from the Paris 2024 Olympics
4 months, 1 week ago

Top heart-warming moments from the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Hindu  

The Paris 2024 Olympics saw 10,500 athletes come together for an incredible talent showcase. Alice Finot of Team France applauds fans and family after competing in the Women’s 3000m Steeplechase final on day eleven of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France. China’s silver medallist He Bing Jiao reacts with her medal on the podium at the women’s …

Paris Olympics 2024: River Seine, fickle star of the Games
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024: River Seine, fickle star of the Games

Firstpost  

Winding its way through the centre of Paris, past famed attractions such as the Invalides, Place de la Concorde, and the Grand Palais, river Seine sparkled. AP The River Seine was the fickle star of the Paris Olympics, taking centre stage at the opening ceremony and open water swimming and triathlon events despite a running saga over water quality. “Dantesque …

2024 Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony review: Tom Cruise takes flight in show that’s less high art, more pop concert
4 months, 1 week ago

2024 Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony review: Tom Cruise takes flight in show that’s less high art, more pop concert

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy “This is not the time for high …

Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony: Parisian theatre, visual spectacle, and Hollywood end Summer Games
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony: Parisian theatre, visual spectacle, and Hollywood end Summer Games

The Hindu  

Highlighting the marriage of tradition and modernity as one of its underlying themes, Paris 2024, which began unconventionally on the beautiful Seine river, closed the greatest show on earth conventionally with the Stade de France serving as a grand theatre to emphasise the Olympic Games as a human monument. For the first time, the women’s marathon concluded the Olympic Games …

Paris Olympics 2024 close, Los Angeles takes torch: Five key takeaways
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024 close, Los Angeles takes torch: Five key takeaways

Al Jazeera  

As the 2024 games end with a spectacular closing ceremony, we take a look back on the two-week sports spectacular. Here are five key takeaways from this year’s Olympics: ‘From one day to the next, the whole of France became Olympic’ Paris brought down the curtain on an Olympic Games that brought scintillating sport to the heart of the French …

Paris Olympics closing ceremony at Stade de France hands over Games hosting to Los Angeles for 2028
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics closing ceremony at Stade de France hands over Games hosting to Los Angeles for 2028

ABC  

The Paris Olympics have come to a fitting conclusion with a joyous closing ceremony capping off more than two weeks of athletic competition. US finishes on top of Olympic medal tally Photo shows A'ja Wilson celebrates during US win over France in Paris Olympics women's basketball final. Key Events Time to say goodbye from the Paris Olympics Sun 11 Aug …

Paris bids adieu to 2024 Olympic Games with glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris bids adieu to 2024 Olympic Games with glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France

India TV News  

After 16 days of non-stop sporting action, Paris said farewell to the 2024 Olympic Games with a glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France on Sunday, August 11. A pre-recorded showed the journey of the Olympic Torch which arrived at the Stadium followed by official farewell speeches from the International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach and the 2024 Paris Organising …

Photos: Closing ceremony at Paris opens up 2028 Summer Olympics for L.A.
4 months, 1 week ago

Photos: Closing ceremony at Paris opens up 2028 Summer Olympics for L.A.

LA Times  

The world watched as the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics come to a close, with plenty of drama draped across iconic venues. The organizers that will bring the Olympics to Southern California in 2028 offered a sneak peek during Sunday night’s closing ceremony at Stade de France. A performer repels down from the stadium during the closing ceremony. Actor Tom Cruise …

The Paris Olympics, a timely celebration of humanity, taught us about joy, hope and each other
4 months, 1 week ago

The Paris Olympics, a timely celebration of humanity, taught us about joy, hope and each other

ABC  

With a final flourish, the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris have come to a close, weary but just as engaging as they have been throughout. The final throes of the closing ceremony at the Stade de France began the process of casting forward to Los Angeles in 2028, but not without an extended celebration of this magical French summer. Any …

Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers
4 months, 1 week ago

Who performed at the Olympic closing ceremony? Snoop, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers

Associated Press  

PARIS — Paris has closed out two and a half extraordinary weeks of Olympic sports and emotion with a star-studded show in France’s national stadium and from Long Beach in Southern California. FILE - U.S. artist Snoop Dogg gestures during the men’s skateboarding park finals at the 2024 Summer Olympics, on Aug. 7, 2024, in Paris, France. After he performed …

Paris Olympics 2024: France turned the Games into a citywide party for everyone.
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024: France turned the Games into a citywide party for everyone.

Slate  

This is part of Slate’s 2024 Olympics coverage. I even loved the golf, which surprised me by being the Olympics’ most egalitarian spectator experience, all ticket holders equal in our dignified scrambling up the grassy hillocks around the course. “Paris Superstar,” read the cover of Saturday’s Libération, the left-wing daily that can usually be counted on for Olympic cynicism. Even …

Every Olympic flagbearer for Paris 2024 closing ceremony including Alex Yee and Katie Ledecky
4 months, 1 week ago

Every Olympic flagbearer for Paris 2024 closing ceremony including Alex Yee and Katie Ledecky

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Paris Olympics 2024: Tom Cruise, Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and more to perform in closing ceremony; everything we know
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Tom Cruise, Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and more to perform in closing ceremony; everything we know

Hindustan Times  

The Paris Olympics 2024 is coming to a wrap as excitement builds for the closing ceremony. Tom Cruise is all set to perform at the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024. The singer also confirmed it through her latest Instagram post, which read, “LA28 Handover performer.” Snoop Dogg Rapper Snoop Dogg became an internet fixture in the last few …

Paris Olympics closing ceremony highlights: Marchand blows out Olympic flame
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics closing ceremony highlights: Marchand blows out Olympic flame

Hindustan Times  

The monumental Stade de France was turned into a concert hall as 'Seine-national' Paris bid 'au revoir' to the Olympics 2024 on Monday. Hollywood legend Tom Cruise abseil down the Stade de France after Paris handed over the Olympic baton to Los Angeles - the host of the Summer Games 2028. A-listers Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dr. Dre, …

Paris Olympics closing ceremony highlights: Marchand blows out Olympic flame
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics closing ceremony highlights: Marchand blows out Olympic flame

Hindustan Times  

The monumental Stade de France was turned into a concert hall as 'Seine-national' Paris bid 'au revoir' to the Olympics 2024 on Monday. Hollywood legend Tom Cruise abseil down the Stade de France after Paris handed over the Olympic baton to Los Angeles - the host of the Summer Games 2028. A-listers Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dr. Dre, …

Paris Olympics 2024 day 16 live updates: Closing ceremony of 33rd Olympic Games ends
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024 day 16 live updates: Closing ceremony of 33rd Olympic Games ends

The Hindu  

This LIVE is now closed. The gigantic Stade de France resembled a concert hall hosting a party to celebrate the fortnight of sporting excellence as the breathtaking closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics kicked off with athletes marching into the iconic stadium to thunderous applause. The two-hour-long show, created by Thomas Jolly, began with a musical ode to the Games’ …

Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony: When and where to watch, IST timing, event details
4 months, 1 week ago

Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony: When and where to watch, IST timing, event details

The Hindu  

After just over more that three weeks, the 33rd edition of the Olympic Games is set to conclude in Paris on August 12, Monday. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS CLOSING CEREMONY What time will the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony start? Where is the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony taking place? Where to watch the …

LA28 touts ‘authentically Los Angeles’ Olympics as it takes handoff from Paris
4 months, 1 week ago

LA28 touts ‘authentically Los Angeles’ Olympics as it takes handoff from Paris

LA Times  

No other city in the world can do what Paris has done over the last three weeks, staging the drama of Olympic competition against the mise-en-scene of a glowing Eiffel Tower and the lush gardens of Versailles. Tom Cruise rappels from the top of the Stade de France during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Sunday. There …

At the Paris Olympics, the details matter
4 months, 1 week ago

At the Paris Olympics, the details matter

Associated Press  

PARIS — The details are everything for Paris’ Olympians. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Grand Palais roof is reflected in a Bulgaria’s Yoana Ilieva’s sabre as she competes with Japan’s Risa Takashima in the women’s individual Sabre round of 32 competition during the 2024 Summer Olympics at the Grand Palais, Monday, July …

How to Watch Billie Eilish and Snoop Dogg at the Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How to Watch Billie Eilish and Snoop Dogg at the Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony

Wired  

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics will be remembered for a lot of things: drag performances, shameful allegations against some female athletes, swimming in the Seine, and, of course, incredible sporting achievements. On Sunday, the Games will add another memory to that list when Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers perform at the event's Closing Ceremony in …

Paris Olympics 2024 highlights: Exciting and emotional moments so far
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 highlights: Exciting and emotional moments so far

Hindustan Times  

Relive some of the most recent and talked-about moments at Paris Olympics 2024. Take a look: Chinese gymnast Zhou Yaqin is going viral as fans praised her as well as turned her into a meme after she stood on the Olympic podium Olympian Alice Finot from France proposed to her boyfriend, Spanish triathlete Bruno Martínez Bargiela Love in Paris: 33-year-old …

Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg to perform at Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg to perform at Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony

India TV News  

Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers are set to deliver stunning performances at the Closing Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games this Sunday. Leaked details reveal that Cruise will first perform a series of daring motorcycle stunts in France before transitioning to a pre-recorded segment where he parachutes down next to the iconic Hollywood sign …

Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Everything Simone Biles did at the Paris Olympics was amplified. She thrived in the spotlight

Associated Press  

PARIS — Every single thing Simone Biles has done at the Paris Olympics has been spotlighted: four medals, an online feud with a former teammate and a social media post that appeared to take a swipe at presidential candidate Donald Trump. Simone Biles, of the United States, celebrates after winning the gold medal during the women’s artistic gymnastics all-around finals …

Paris 2024 Olympics highlights: Iconic moments you don't want to miss!
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics highlights: Iconic moments you don't want to miss!

Hindustan Times  

Take a look at some of the most buzzed-about viral moments from the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympics. From a six-month pregnant archer to a skateboarder winning bronze despite a shoulder injury, here's the lowdown: Celebrating the sportsmanship and spirit of the game Paraguayan swimmer Luana Alonso was 'thrown out' of the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024 Too hot? It was reported …

Olympics athletics schedule: Every event, date and start time at Paris 2024
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympics athletics schedule: Every event, date and start time at Paris 2024

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Noah Lyles …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day 11 - August 6: What are the medal events today?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day 11 - August 6: What are the medal events today?

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics began in Paris on July 26 and concludes on August 11. On Tuesday, medal events will be held across equestrian, sailing, diving, skateboarding, wrestling, athletics, track cycling and boxing. Here are the medal events for Day 11 of Paris 2024 Olympics :- 13:30 - Equestrian - Jumping Individual Final 18:13 - Sailing - …

Olympians in Paris, caught in motion
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympians in Paris, caught in motion

Associated Press  

PARIS — Athletes are moving in every direction at the Paris Olympics. China’s Long Daoyi and Wang Zongyuan compete in the men’s synchronised 3m springboard diving final at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France. Benny Wizani of Austria competes during the men’s trampoline qualifying round in Bercy Arena at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, Aug. …

Snoop Dogg, the star of the 2024 Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Snoop Dogg, the star of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

PARIS — Snoop Dogg steps out of a sleek black SUV, his entourage in tow, as a Parisian crowd erupts into chants of “Snoop, Snoop, Snoop!” outside the NBC set. “I think he’s done an amazing job for the Olympics,” said Stewart, who attended a equestrian team dressage event with Snoop on her 83rd birthday Saturday. It’s me being me.” …

Paris Olympics 2024: Germany Win Triathlon Mixed Relay Gold, US and Britain Have Medals Switched
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Germany Win Triathlon Mixed Relay Gold, US and Britain Have Medals Switched

News 18  

Laura Lindemann won a thrilling sprint finish to give Germany gold in the Olympic triathlon mixed relay on Monday, outkicking the United States and Britain after highly-fancied France were scuppered by a bike crash on the first of four legs. Paris Olympics 2024: Day 10 – LIVE It was a redemptive race for Lindemann, who had suffered a bike crash …

Paris Olympics 2024 | The symbols of the moment: what do they mean?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 | The symbols of the moment: what do they mean?

The Hindu  

Adorning every board surrounding Olympic venues, festooning every corner of Paris and flashing across the screen of sports broacasting channels— the Olympic symbol is ubiquitous now that the Paris Olympics 2024 are well and truly underway. According to the Paris Olympics website, the symbol “expresses the activity of the Olympic Movement” and represents “the union of the five continents” and …

Olympic Games Paris 2024: French national team’s successes inspire patriotic excitement.
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympic Games Paris 2024: French national team’s successes inspire patriotic excitement.

Slate  

This is part of Slate’s 2024 Olympics coverage. They make up nearly 2 in 3 Olympics ticket buyers, and they come chanting, jumping up and down, waving flags, shouting “hey” in sync with every French swimmer’s breath. “This here is simply unique.” It’s one thing to go nuts at the country’s two flagship sporting events, Roland-Garros and the Tour de …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Nine - August 4: What are the medal events today?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Nine - August 4: What are the medal events today?

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics began in Paris on July 26 and concludes on August 11. On Sunday, medal events will be held across golf, equestrian, tennis, boxing, table tennis, cycling, archery, artistic gymnastics, badminton, shooting, swimming, fencing and athletics. Here are the medal events for Day Nine of Paris 2024 Olympics :- 12:30 - Golf - Men’s …

Paris Olympics 2024: Matthew Ebden Enjoys Golden End to Olympic Campaign With Men's Doubles Gold Win
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Matthew Ebden Enjoys Golden End to Olympic Campaign With Men's Doubles Gold Win

News 18  

Australia’s Matthew Ebden enjoyed a golden finale to his Olympics on Saturday just a week after being humiliated by Novak Djokovic in a rout deemed “not a good image” for tennis. Ebden and John Peers came back from a set and break down to defeat fourth-seeded Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram of the United States 6-7, 7-6, 10-8 in the …

Olympics gymnastics schedule: Every event, date and start time at Paris 2024
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Olympics gymnastics schedule: Every event, date and start time at Paris 2024

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Artistic gymnastics …

Paris 2024 Olympics schedule and day-by-day events
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics schedule and day-by-day events

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. With an …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Eight - August 3: What are the medal events today?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Eight - August 3: What are the medal events today?

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics began in Paris on July 26 and concludes on August 11. On Saturday, medal events will be held across shooting, equestrian, rowing, road cycling, tennis, table tennis, sailing, archery, badminton, artistic gymnastics, judo, boxing, fencing, athletics, swimming and surfing. Here are the medal events for Day Eight of Paris 2024 Olympics :- 13:00 …

Explained: Why Paris Olympics 2024 Has Purple Track in Stade de France For Athletics Events
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Explained: Why Paris Olympics 2024 Has Purple Track in Stade de France For Athletics Events

News 18  

As the Athletics events are set to begin on August 2 at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the tracks being used for the respective events have seen an interesting change. “We wanted to have an original colour,” said former decathlete Alain Blondel, the head of athletics and para-athletics events at the Paris Olympics. Follow our Live Coverage of Day 7 …

AP PHOTOS: With the Paris Games as their canvas, people are enjoying the City of Light
4 months, 3 weeks ago

AP PHOTOS: With the Paris Games as their canvas, people are enjoying the City of Light

Associated Press  

Paris has much to offer its residents and any visitor. A spectator walks through a water mist sprayers on her way to Eiffel Tower Stadium to watch a beach volleyball at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Paris, France. Juliette Labous, of France, is seen through a spectator’s umbrella while competing in the women’s cycling time trial …

Fans and athletes blast Paris Olympic Games organisers for a lack of cold water as temperatures in French capital reach a scorching 37C
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Fans and athletes blast Paris Olympic Games organisers for a lack of cold water as temperatures in French capital reach a scorching 37C

Daily Mail  

There was fresh humiliation for Games’ organisers last night after sweltering fans and athletes blasted the lack of cold water as concerns about E.coli in the River Siene led to the men’s triathlon being postponed. In the early hours of Sunday morning, a pre-race triathlon event due to take place in the Seine was cancelled due to water quality concerns …

Paris 2024: History-maker Simone Biles Headlines Team USA's Golden Domination in Women's Artistic Gymnastics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: History-maker Simone Biles Headlines Team USA's Golden Domination in Women's Artistic Gymnastics

News 18  

Simone Biles led the USA to the all-around Gold in the team artistic gymnastics event at the raucous Bercy Arena on Tuesday night to become the most decorated American gymnast as she buried ghosts of the Tokyo Olympics at the quadrennial event in Paris. With Biles at her show-stopping best, the Americans’ total of 171.296 was well clear of Italy …

Paris Olympics 2024, Tennis: Tearful Coco Gauff Calls for Video Replays After Stormy Exit
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024, Tennis: Tearful Coco Gauff Calls for Video Replays After Stormy Exit

News 18  

Coco Gauff demanded the introduction of video replays at Roland Garros after being dumped out of the Olympic Games singles tennis tournament on Tuesday in a stormy defeat to impressive Donna Vekic of Croatia. Paris Olympics 2024, Day 4 – LIVE The French Open venue is the only one of the four Grand Slams that does not utilise technology in …

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