PARIS: The 2024 Olympics opened in Paris in remarkable style with thousands of players sailing along the River Seine past lively performers on bridges, rooftops and banks in an ambitious take on an opening ceremony.
Former prominent football player Zinedine Zidane carries the Olympic flame during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. (Photo by AFP)Athletes from Pakistan’s delegation react as they sail in a boat along the river Seine during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Lights illuminate the Eiffel Tower during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.
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Olympic Opening Ceremony
Players of Palestine on board a boat in the floating parade on the River Seine during the Opening Ceremony of Paris 2024 Olympic Games.