The 33rd Olympic Games opened in Paris (updated)

On the evening of July 26, the opening ceremony of the 33rd Summer Olympic Games 2024 began in Paris. The Olympics in Paris will be held from July 26 (official opening) to August 11, 2024.

Start of the sports marathon: More than 10,500 athletes from all over the world will be able to see Paris from a new perspective and immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the city that will be the scene of their sporting triumphs. The parade, 6 kilometers long, will end at the Place du Trocadéro.

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A large-scale show with 2,000 artists was organized for this event. The water stage, illuminated by bright lights, became a platform for theatrical performances, dance, music and impressive special effects.

Guest stars include Celine Dion and Lady Gaga. Viewers will also see a parade of athletes and the lighting of the Olympic flame. French President Emmanuel Macron will open the 2024 Games.

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Dozens of boats carry around 7,000 athletes and artists along a 6-kilometer route along the Seine. The first ship to open the naval parade was the Greek mission. Impressive events and performances.

Departing from the Pont d'Austerlitz, the parade passes Notre Dame Cathedral and approaches the Eiffel Tower, passing under bridges and gates, including the Pont des Arts and the Pont Neuf, as well as past many of the French capital's landmarks.

The nearest metro stations are closed, as are many bridges. No planes are allowed to fly over Paris, except, of course, those participating in the ceremony.

Major international agencies are broadcasting live from the French capital.

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— Athens News (@russianathens) July 26, 2024

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