Paris Welcomes the World for the 2024 Olympic Games
July 26, 2024 – The 2024 Paris Olympic Games have officially begun. For 19 days, from July 26 through August 11, athletes from over 200 national Olympic committees will gather in Paris to compete in the 33rd Olympiad. Years of preparation have led to this moment, with significant efforts made to clean the Seine and decorate the Eiffel Tower with the iconic Olympic rings.
With the preparations complete, the spotlight now shifts to the athletes and their quest for Olympic glory.
Overview of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games:
- Duration: July 26 – August 11
- Participants: Over 10,500 athletes
- Events: 329 events
- Competitions: 45 competitions representing 32 different sports
New Sport Introduction:
- Breaking: Making its debut at the Olympics, breakdancing will feature for the first time, bringing a fresh and dynamic element to the Games.
For more detailed coverage on Team USA at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, including athlete profiles and event schedules, visit the USA Today Sports Data page.
List of Sports at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games:
- Archery
- Artistic Gymnastics
- Artistic Swimming
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Basketball 3×3
- Beach Volleyball
- Boxing
- Breaking
- Canoe Slalom
- Canoe Sprint
- Cycling BMX Freestyle
- Cycling BMX Racing
- Cycling Mountain Bike
- Cycling Road
- Cycling Track
- Diving
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Football (Soccer)
- Golf
- Handball
- Hockey
- Judo
- Marathon Swimming
- Modern Pentathlon
- Rhythmic Gymnastics
- Rowing
- Rugby Sevens
- Sailing
- Shooting
- Skateboarding
- Sport Climbing
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Taekwondo
- Tennis
- Trampoline
- Triathlon
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Weightlifting
- Wrestling
Key Highlights:
- Artistic Swimming and Rhythmic Gymnastics: Grace and precision will be on display as athletes perform synchronized routines and elegant gymnastics.
- Athletics: The track and field events are always a major attraction, featuring some of the fastest and strongest athletes in the world.
- Basketball and Football (Soccer): These team sports will showcase the skills and teamwork of athletes competing for their countries.
- Surfing and Skateboarding: These sports bring a youthful and energetic vibe, with athletes demonstrating impressive balance and agility.
- Swimming and Diving: Aquatic events will see competitors race for gold and execute high-flying dives.
Paris 2024 promises to be an unforgettable event, celebrating athletic excellence and international unity. Stay tuned for thrilling performances, unexpected upsets, and the inspiring stories of athletes from around the globe.
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