NEW DELHI: In 2024 Paris Olympics, scheduled for July 26-August 11, is poised to captivate audiences worldwide. It was the first Olympics to be held in Paris in over a century. Paris previously hosted the Olympics in 1900 and 1924, making it only the second city after London to host the Olympics three times. At opening ceremony was set for July 26, coincidentally the same date as the closing day of the 1924 Paris Olympics.
In an unprecedented move, the opening ceremony will feature a boat parade along the Seine River. With 10,672 athletes from 206 countries competing in 329 events across 32 sports, the post-pandemic event is expected to be the biggest and most inclusive Olympics to date, promoting gender equality.
When is the opening ceremony scheduled?
The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin on Friday, July 26, in Paris at 11 PM IST. Breaking with tradition, the ceremony will not be held in the Olympic stadium. Instead, the athletes will be transported by boat in a flotilla along the Seine River.
More than 300,000 spectators will be accommodated in bleachers installed along the river. The procession will end at the Jardins du Trocadero, where the final elements of the opening ceremony will take place.
Paris Olympics the mascot:
The “Freege,” the Phrygian hat, has been chosen as the official mascot for the Paris Olympics. This historic headdress, worn by French revolutionaries, was chosen as a symbol of freedom and to represent the allegorical figures of the French Republic.
The Olympic medals for this year’s Paris Olympics will feature a unique element – iron from the Eiffel Tower, an iconic structure built for the 1889 World Exhibition. bronze. This special medal will be awarded to athletes who win the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris.
Paris Olympics new sports:
Paris 2024 will introduce Breaking as a new sport, with separate events for men and women, where participants will compete in solo battles. In addition, Canoe Slalom will feature a new discipline called Extreme Slalom, involving four athletes racing together across the field. Sailing will also see the introduction of two new categories: IQFoil (windsurfing) and formula kites. Furthermore, athletics, shooting, and sailing will have new mixed events: a 35km mixed relay, a Skeet mixed team event, and a mixed Dinghy.
Paris 2024 Olympics Premises:
The Paris Olympics will be held in 35 different venues across France, with most events taking place in and around Paris. However, some competitions will be held in other cities such as Marseille, Lyon, Chateauroux, and Bordeaux. Organizers have focused on sustainability by prioritizing the use of existing facilities rather than building new ones.
Beautiful venues like the Stade de France will host athletics and rugby sevens, while the famous Stade Roland Garros will feature tennis and boxing. The swimming event will be split between the Paris La Defense Arena and the Paris Aquatic Centre. Some events will even be held at famous Parisian landmarks, such as beach volleyball under the Eiffel Tower, and various sports at La Concorde.
The Grand Palais will host fencing and taekwondo, and the Marathon will start at the Hotel de Ville. The Games will also extend beyond Paris, with football matches held in stadiums across the country, sailing in Marseille, and surfing in Tahiti, a French island located more than 15,000km from the capital.
Where to watch in India?
In India, the Jio Cinema and Sports18 TV networks will provide free streaming and telecast of the Paris Olympics. For the first time, Olympic coverage will include a dedicated “India Feed” to follow the country’s event, with 20 simultaneous feeds available. TimesofIndia.com will also offer extensive coverage of the Games, including a live blog.
That’s official schedule for the Olympics can be found on the official website, although it is subject to change due to the event running overtime and unforeseen circumstances.
Where to buy ticket for the 2024 Paris Olympics?
For those interested in purchasing tickets, on-sale tickets are currently the only option available, and can be purchased through the official resale platform on the website.
In an unprecedented move, the opening ceremony will feature a boat parade along the Seine River. With 10,672 athletes from 206 countries competing in 329 events across 32 sports, the post-pandemic event is expected to be the biggest and most inclusive Olympics to date, promoting gender equality.
When is the opening ceremony scheduled?
The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin on Friday, July 26, in Paris at 11 PM IST. Breaking with tradition, the ceremony will not be held in the Olympic stadium. Instead, the athletes will be transported by boat in a flotilla along the Seine River.
More than 300,000 spectators will be accommodated in bleachers installed along the river. The procession will end at the Jardins du Trocadero, where the final elements of the opening ceremony will take place.
Paris Olympics the mascot:
The “Freege,” the Phrygian hat, has been chosen as the official mascot for the Paris Olympics. This historic headdress, worn by French revolutionaries, was chosen as a symbol of freedom and to represent the allegorical figures of the French Republic.
The Olympic medals for this year’s Paris Olympics will feature a unique element – iron from the Eiffel Tower, an iconic structure built for the 1889 World Exhibition. bronze. This special medal will be awarded to athletes who win the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris.
Paris Olympics new sports:
Paris 2024 will introduce Breaking as a new sport, with separate events for men and women, where participants will compete in solo battles. In addition, Canoe Slalom will feature a new discipline called Extreme Slalom, involving four athletes racing together across the field. Sailing will also see the introduction of two new categories: IQFoil (windsurfing) and formula kites. Furthermore, athletics, shooting, and sailing will have new mixed events: a 35km mixed relay, a Skeet mixed team event, and a mixed Dinghy.
Paris 2024 Olympics Premises:
The Paris Olympics will be held in 35 different venues across France, with most events taking place in and around Paris. However, some competitions will be held in other cities such as Marseille, Lyon, Chateauroux, and Bordeaux. Organizers have focused on sustainability by prioritizing the use of existing facilities rather than building new ones.
Beautiful venues like the Stade de France will host athletics and rugby sevens, while the famous Stade Roland Garros will feature tennis and boxing. The swimming event will be split between the Paris La Defense Arena and the Paris Aquatic Centre. Some events will even be held at famous Parisian landmarks, such as beach volleyball under the Eiffel Tower, and various sports at La Concorde.
The Grand Palais will host fencing and taekwondo, and the Marathon will start at the Hotel de Ville. The Games will also extend beyond Paris, with football matches held in stadiums across the country, sailing in Marseille, and surfing in Tahiti, a French island located more than 15,000km from the capital.
Where to watch in India?
In India, the Jio Cinema and Sports18 TV networks will provide free streaming and telecast of the Paris Olympics. For the first time, Olympic coverage will include a dedicated “India Feed” to follow the country’s event, with 20 simultaneous feeds available. TimesofIndia.com will also offer extensive coverage of the Games, including a live blog.
That’s official schedule for the Olympics can be found on the official website, although it is subject to change due to the event running overtime and unforeseen circumstances.
Where to buy ticket for the 2024 Paris Olympics?
For those interested in purchasing tickets, on-sale tickets are currently the only option available, and can be purchased through the official resale platform on the website.