The Olympic Games Paris 2024 are fast approaching, with the Opening Ceremony set to take place on July 26 and the Closing Ceremony on August 11.
Competitions will begin as early as July 24, two days before the official start, featuring preliminary rounds in archery, football, handball, and rugby sevens. This article will delve into the schedule, venues, new events, and other critical details to look out for during Paris 2024.
When are the Olympic Games Paris 2024 Happening?
The Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 is scheduled for July 26, and the Closing Ceremony will occur on August 11. These ceremonies mark the grand beginning and end of the Games, displaying the host city's culture and setting the tone for the competitions.
Competitions kick off on July 24, with preliminary rounds in archery, football, handball, and rugby sevens, even before the Opening Ceremony. Swimming events will run from July 27 to August 4, while track and field athletics will span from August 1 to August 11, culminating with the marathon on the final day.
What Venues Will Be Used for Paris 2024?
- The Paris Area will host 13 venues for various events:
- Bercy Arena: Artistic gymnastics, basketball, trampoline gymnastics
- Champ de Mars Arena: Judo, wrestling
- Eiffel Tower Stadium: Beach volleyball
- Grand Palais: Fencing, taekwondo
- Hôtel de Ville: Athletics (marathon start)
- Invalides: Archery, athletics (marathon finish), road cycling (time trial start)
- La Concorde Urban Park: 3x3 basketball, breaking, BMX freestyle cycling, skateboarding
- Parc des Princes: Football
- Pont Alexandre III: Road cycling (time trial finish), marathon swimming (finish), triathlon
- Porte de La Chapelle Arena: Badminton, rhythmic gymnastics
- Stade Roland-Garros: Boxing, tennis
- South Paris Arena: Handball, table tennis, volleyball, weightlifting
- Trocadéro: Athletics (race walk, road cycling (road race start and finish), Opening Ceremony)
The Île-de-France Area encompasses 12 venues:
- Olympic Aquatics Centre, Saint-Denis: Artistic swimming, diving, water polo
- Château de Versailles: Equestrian, modern pentathlon
- Élancourt Hill: Mountain bike cycling
- Le Bourget Sport Climbing Venue: Sport climbing
- Le Golf National, Guyancourt: Golf
- North Paris Arena, Villepinte: Boxing, modern pentathlon
- Paris La Défense Arena, Nanterre: Swimming, water polo
- Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines BMX Stadium: BMX racing cycling
- Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Velodrome: Track cycling
- Stade de France, Saint-Denis: Athletics, rugby sevens, Closing Ceremony
- Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium: Canoe sprint, canoe slalom, rowing
- Yves-du-Manoir Stadium, Colombes: Hockey
Events will also take place at 10 venues throughout France:
- Bordeaux Stadium: Football
- Châteauroux Shooting Centre: Shooting
- Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, Saint-Étienne: Football
- Stade de la Beaujoire, Nantes: Football
- Lyon Stadium: Football
- Marseille Marina: Sailing
- Marseille Stadium: Football
- Nice Stadium: Football
- Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Lille: Basketball, handball
- Teahupo‘o, Tahiti: Surfing
What New Events Will Take Place at Paris 2024?
Breaking will make its Olympic debut at Paris 2024, featuring B-Boys and B-Girls events. This addition highlights the Games' evolving nature and the inclusion of contemporary sports.
Several new events will be introduced across various sports:
- Marathon race walk mixed relay (athletics) replaces the men's 50km race walk
- One additional women's weight class (boxing), replacing one men's weight class
- Men's and women's kiteboarding events (sailing), with the men's and women's two-person dinghy becoming a mixed event, and the men's heavyweight dinghy event removed
- Mixed skeet team (shooting), replacing the mixed trap team event
- Men's and women's Boulder & Lead combined, and men's and women's speed (sport climbing), replacing the men's and women's combined events
Paris 2024 will feature 329 medal events, a slight reduction from the 339 events held at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
What Does the Paris 2024 Olympic Torch Look Like?
The Paris 2024 Olympic torch, designed by French artist Mathieu Lehanneur, is symmetrical to symbolize gender parity in the Games. The torch features wave and three-dimensional vibration effects to represent water, while its curves and rounded lines evoke a sense of peacefulness.
The Paris 2024 Mascots
The mascots for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are the Phryges, inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution in France. This cap has historical significance, with records dating back to 1163 during the construction of the Notre-Dame cathedral.
Media Rights and Broadcasting
The action from the Olympic Games can be watched and streamed via official Media Rights Holders in various countries, including:
- Australia: Nine Network
- Brazil: Globo
- Canada: CBC, TSN, RDS
- China: China Media Group (CCTV)
- Europe: Eurosport and local free-to-air broadcasters
- France: France Télévisions
- Germany: ARD, ZDF
- India: Viacom18
- Indonesia: Emtek
- Italy: RAI
- Japan: Japan Consortium (NHK, Fuji TV, Nippon TV, TBS, TV Asahi, TV Tokyo)
- Middle East: beIN Sports
- New Zealand: SKY NZ
- Philippines: Cignal TV, TV5
- South Africa: SABC, SuperSport
- South Korea: SBS, KBS, MBC
- United Kingdom: BBC
- United States: NBC Universal
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Conclusion: Anticipation for Paris 2024
The upcoming Olympic Games in Paris promise to be a spectacular event, with a blend of traditional sports, new events, and a global showcase of athletic excellence. The meticulous planning of venues, introduction of innovative competitions, and a commitment to gender parity reflect the spirit of the Games.
As the world prepares to gather for the Paris 2024 Olympics, the anticipation continues to build. From the grand Opening Ceremony to the thrilling competitions and the poignant Closing Ceremony, these Games will offer memorable moments and highlight the unity and competitive spirit of athletes worldwide.
