Olympics 2024 has started from 26 july 2024. it is officially known as XXXIII Olympiad, are scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024. This will be the third time Paris has hosted the Summer Olympics, having previously done so in 1900 and 1924.
Record breaking performances are also described below the table.
Here is a table of some key events for the 2024 Olympics:
Event | Date | Venue | |
Opening Ceremony | July 26, 2024 | Stade de France | |
100m Men’s Final | August 3, 2024 | Stade de France | |
100m Women’s Final | August 4, 2024 | Stade de France | |
Marathon Men’s | August 11, 2024 | Champs-Élysées | |
Marathon Women’s | August 10, 2024 | Champs-Élysées | |
Closing Ceremony | August 11, 2024 | Stade de France |
Record-Breaking performances are done by the participants this year.
Weightlifting: China’s Li Fabin set a new Olympic record in the men’s 61kg snatch category, lifting 143kg.Young mans represented their nations with excellent spirit. This surpasses the previous record of 142kg, which he narrowly missed in Tokyo.
Basketball:
- Belgium’s Upset: In a surprising turn of events, Belgium’s women’s basketball team defeated Spain 79-66 to secure a spot in the semi-finals. This is Belgium’s second appearance in the Olympic tournament.Whole team is in good form with strong practice rounds.
Sailing:
Matt Wearn’s Victory: Australia’s Matt Wearn won gold in the men’s dinghy (Laser class), making him the first man to win back-to-back gold medals in this category. Cyprus’ Pavlos Kontides and Peru’s Stefano Peschiera won silver and bronze respectively, with Peschiera earning Peru’s first Olympic medal since 1992. Matt wearn is won the gold medal twice and become the man with two gold in dinghy.
Golf:
- Céline Boutier Leads: French golfer Céline Boutier is leading the women’s first round at Le Golf National, with a score of 5-under par through 14 holes. She uses golf sticks like Driver,Fairway wood,Hybrids,etc.This puts her ahead of world number two Lilia Vu of the USA and South Africa’s Ashleigh Buhai.
Skateboarding:
- Top Qualifiers: Australia’s Keegan Palmer leads the top 8 qualifiers from the men’s prelims into the finals, showcasing strong performances in this relatively new Olympic sport.He uses skateboards from a collaboration between april skateboards and Nike SB.
Indian Athletes:
- Medal Wins: India’s Swapnil Kusale clinched a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions final, marking India’s first medal in this event and setting a record for the most medals won by the Indian shooting contingent at a single Olympics.He won the bronze with his walther rifles , it makes them a popular choice among other shooters.
Key details:
Venues:
- Some events will also take place in other cities, such as Marseille (sailing) and Tahiti (surfing).
- Sports and Events:
- The 2024 Olympics will feature 32 sports and 329 events.
- New sports introduced in Tokyo 2020, such as skateboarding, sport climbing, surfing, and karate, will be included.
- Breaking (breakdancing) will make its Olympic debut in Paris 2024.
- Sport Climbing:
- As mentioned, sport climbing will have two separate events: Speed climbing and a combined event for Bouldering and Lead climbing.
- Sustainability:
- Paris 2024 aims to be the most sustainable Olympics yet, with a strong focus on minimizing environmental impact.
- Many venues are existing structures or temporary setups to reduce construction impact.
- Efforts include using renewable energy, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable transportation.
- Cultural Integration:
- The Paris Olympics will integrate cultural elements and showcase French heritage.
- The opening and closing ceremonies are expected to be grand, with the opening ceremony planned to take place along the River Seine, featuring boats carrying athletes.
- Ticketing and Accessibility:
- The organizers have promised affordable and accessible tickets to encourage widespread participation and viewership.
- There will be efforts to make the Games inclusive and accessible to people with disabilities.
- Technology and Innovation:
- Paris 2024 will leverage advanced technology for broadcasting, security, and athlete performance monitoring.
- Innovations in VR and AR are expected to enhance the viewing experience for global audiences.
Preparations and Challenges:
- Preparations are well underway, with construction and renovations of venues progressing as planned.
- The organizers are working closely with health authorities to ensure safety measures are in place, considering the ongoing global health concerns.
- visit official website for further details: https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024
The Paris 2024 Olympics are set to celebrate athletic excellence, innovation, and the rich cultural heritage of France, making it a highly anticipated global event.