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Sports Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony Live Updates: The opening ceremony will commence at 11 PM IST, with PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal proudly carrying India's flag. Chankesh Rao Updated : Jul 27, 2024, 01:33 AM IST The Paris Olympics are set to make history with an unprecedented opening ceremony along the iconic river Seine on Friday evening. In a bold departure from traditional practices, up to 7,000 athletes will sail a six-kilometer stretch of the Seine aboard a parade of 85 boats, transforming the river into a pathway for the grand entrance of the Olympic Games. French President Emmanuel Macron has promised attendees that the event will be one of the most unforgettable opening ceremonies ever witnessed. The ceremony will be a lively celebration, embodying France's ambitious vision for the Games and showcasing its unique cultural charm. While the lineup of performers remains a closely guarded secret, speculation suggests that major stars such as US pop sensation Lady Gaga and French-Malian artist Aya Nakamura, the most listened-to French-speaking musician worldwide, may make appearances. Thanks for joining us! Stay tuned for all the updates on the Olympic Games with a focus on the Indian contingent. The host nation is now in the spotlight, with thunderous cheers following them as they make their way down the river. The highly anticipated USA team has finally made their grand entrance at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony! NBA superstar LeBron James and tennis prodigy Coco Gauff proudly carry the American flag. The Serbian team arrived to a warm welcome, but Novak Djokovic was nowhere to be seen. He might have skipped the ceremony to get ready for the tennis tournament starting tomorrow at Roland Garros. Athletes from Singapore and Slovenia also joined the parade, followed by Somalia from Africa. One of Neeraj Chopra's top competitors in the javelin event is Arshad Nadeem, proudly carrying the Pakistan flag as their team makes their entrance at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. More countries are arriving at the Seine river, signaling that we are getting closer to the end of the ceremony. Athletes from Maldives, Mauritius, and Mauritania have just arrived at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. On one side of the river, artists dressed in white are captivating fans with amazing dance performances, accompanied by stunning light and water shows along the Seine. Japan and Kenya wave to the fans along the Seine River. Shigeyuki Nakarai, a newcomer to the Olympics in Breaking, proudly carries the flag for Japan. Lesotho, Lebanon, and Libya join in the floating parade behind them. Statues are currently being shown to honor French women who have made significant contributions to advancing gender equality. Some of these incredible women include playwright Olympe de Gouges, politician Giselle Halimi, journalist Paulette Nardal, botanist Jeanne Barret, writer Christine de Pizan, teacher and feminist activist Louise Michel, director and film producer Alice Guy, and politician Simone Veil. These women have paved the way for future generations and deserve to be recognized for their achievements. PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal proudly carry the Indian flag as the crowd cheers and waves at the opening ceremony. Fans can be heard chanting ‘jeetega bhai jeetega, India jeetega’ as the Indian contingent unfurls the tricolour. It's a truly special moment for the 117 athletes representing India at the Paris Olympics. The party on the Seine continues! 24 more delegations have arrived. They’re floating along the Seine to the sound of dreamy French piano. #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony pic.twitter.com/09IHSTcCsX The British contingent arrives to a massive cheer from fans. It won't be long before India takes center stage! As the enigmatic Torchbearer wanders through the grand halls of the world's largest museum, the Louvre, numerous masterpieces seem to track his every move. In the painting galleries, the artworks appear to come alive, stepping out of their frames as if eager to participate in the Ceremony. The renowned Louvre, situated in the heart of Paris, is home to nearly 35,000 objects spanning from prehistoric eras to the 21st century, all showcased across a vast area of 60,600 m². The final torchbearer passes through the world's largest museum! The Louvre Museum holds treasures from all cultures and connects France to world. #OpeningCeremony #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/rZXvpOHKSq The Indian athletes have already started their journey down the Seine River. Right now, Korea, Cote d'Ivoire, and Croatia are among the countries making their way through the river. The masked man burst through a military band, setting off a chain of firecrackers that lit up the sky with a dazzling fireworks show. After the breathtaking display, Aya Nakamura took the stage for a captivating musical performance. The dance performances end with a spectacular tribute to the French Revolution, which occurred from 1789 to 1799. After that, a thrilling metal band takes the stage. The mysterious figures still hold the Olympic torch. Dazzling dance performances by artists from various iconic locations throughout Paris are captivating fans at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. A mysterious figure is wowing the crowd with impressive stunts while holding the Olympic torch. Did you know that every Paris 2024 medal is adorned with a piece of original iron from the Eiffel Tower! Tonight, we stop by the workshops where they were created. #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony pic.twitter.com/7wW8JGEZjn …Gaga oh la la! Excuse us as we pick our jaws off of the floor @ladygaga just blew us away with a dazzling French cabaret performance at the #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony ! pic.twitter.com/oXBtU8wit3 La vie en rose. 23 delegations are parading along the river Seine. But wait, who’s that mysterious torchbearer? #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony pic.twitter.com/Lj05ULigkd A group of 388 Chinese athletes wave to the fans lining the banks of the Seine River. Table tennis champion Ma Long and swimmer Feng Yu proudly carry the Chinese flag during the opening ceremony. After an amazing show by Lady Gaga, the athletes are now arriving via the River Seine. The team from Bangladesh is the first to make their entrance, followed by Barbados. In a touching split-screen moment, we see India's silver medalist from the last Olympics, Mirabai Chanu, proudly waving the flag as the Indian team sails in. Full order for the Parade of Nations at the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: 1. Greece 2. Refugee Olympic Team 3. Afghanistan 4. South Africa 5. Albania 6. Algeria 7. Germany 8. Andorra 9. Angola 10. Antigua and Barbada 11. Saudi Arabia 12. Argentina 13. Armenia 14. Aruba 15. Austria 16. Azerbaijan 17. Bahamas 18. Bahrain 19. Bangladesh 20. Barbados 21. Belgium 22. Belize 23. Benin 24. Bermuda 25. Bhutan 26. Bolivia 27. Bosnia and Herzegovina 28. Botswana 29. Brazil 30. Brunei 31. Bulgaria 32. Burkina Faso 33. Burundi 34. Cayman Islands 35. Cambodia 36. Cameroon 37. Canada 38. Cape Verde 39. Central African Republic 40. Chile 41. China 42. Cyprus 43. Colombia 44. Comoros 45. Republic of the Congo 46. Democratic Republic of the Congo 47. Cook Islands 48. South Korea 49. Costa Rica 50. Ivory Coast 51. Croatia 52. Cuba 53. Denmark 54. Djibouti 55. Dominican Republic 56. Dominica 57. Egypt 58. El Salvador 59. United Arab Emirates 60. Ecuador 61. Eritrea 62. Spain 63. Estonia 64. Eswatini 65. Ethiopia 66. Fiji 67. Finland 68. Gabon 69. The Gambia 70. Georgia 71. Ghana 72. Great Britain 73. Grenada 74. Guam 75. Guatemala 76. Guinea 77. Guinea-Bissau 78. Equatorial Guinea 79. Guyana 80. Haiti 81. Honduras 82. Hong Kong 83. Hungary 84. India 85. Indonesia 86. Iran 87. Iraq 88. Ireland 89. Iceland 90. Israel 91. Italy 92. Jamaica 93. Japan 94. Jordan 95. Kazakhstan 96. Kenya 97. Kyrgyzstan 98. Kiribati 99. Kosovo 100. Kuwait 101. Laos 102. Lesotho 103. Latvia 104. Lebanon 105. Liberia 106. Libya 107. Liechenstein 108. Lithuania 109. Luxembourg 110. North Macedonia 111. Madagascar 112. Malaysia 113. Malawi 114. Maldives 115. Mali 116. Malta 117. Morocco 118. Marshall Islands 119. Mauritius 120. Mauritania 121. Mexico 122. Federated States of Micronesia 123. Moldova 124. Monaco 125. Mongolia 126. Montenegro 127. Mozambique 128. Myanmar 129. Namibia 130. Nauru 131. Nepal 132. Nicaragua 133. Niger 134. Nigeria 135. Norway 136. New Zealand 137. Oman 138. Uganda 139. Uzbekistan 140. Pakistan 141. Palau 142. Palestine 143. Panama 144. Papua New Guinea 145. Paraguay 146. Netherlands 147. Peru 148. Philippines 149. Poland 150. Puerto Rico 151. Portugal 152. Qatar 153. North Korea 154. Romania 155. Rwanda 156. Saint Kitts and Nevis 157. Saint Lucia 158. San Marino 159. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 160. Solomon Islands 161. Samoa 162. American Samoa 163. Sao Tome and Principe 164. Senegal 165. Serbia 166. Seychelles 167. Sierra Leone 168. Singapore 169. Slovakia 170. Slovenia 171. Somalia 172. South Sudan 173. Sudan 174. Sri Lanka 175. Sweden 176. Switzerland 177. Suriname 178. Syria 179. Tajikistan 180. Chinese Taipei 181. Tanzania 182. Chad 183. Czech Republuc 184. Thailand 185. East Timor 186. Togo 187. Tonga 188. Trinidad and Tobago 189. Tunisia 190. Turkmenistan 191. Turkey 192. Tuvalu 193. Ukraine 194. Uruguay 195. Vanuatu 196. Venezuela 197. British Virgin Islands 198. Virgin Islands 199. Vietnam 200. Yemen 201. Zambia 202. Zimbabwe 203. Australia (2032 Olympics host) 204. United States (2028 Olympics host) 205. France (2024 Olympics host) After the Bahraini athletes arrived via the Seine River, further arrivals have been temporarily suspended. Now, it is time for an electrifying performance by pop icon Lady Gaga! Bienvenue mesdames et messieurs Welcome the delegations to this enchanted, playful and sparkling Paris. Lights up, the curtain is open and the show has begun. #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony pic.twitter.com/rSZJdIg30f Numerous countries, such as South Africa, Algeria, and Germany, crowded onto the next barge. The procession is moving at a much quicker pace than the typical parade around the stadium. Below are some statistics from the Opening Ceremony: - 85 boats participated in the event. - 205 national delegations to be present. - 6,800 athletes attending. - The athletes will cover a 6 km route between the Pont d'Austerlitz and the Pont d'Iéna. - 320,000 spectators seated in 124 grandstands. After the fireworks display, the athletes have commenced their arrival via the Seine River in a remarkable floating parade. In accordance with tradition, the athletes from Greece, the birthplace of the first modern Olympics, graciously acknowledge the cheering crowd. They are then followed by the inspiring Refugee Olympic Team. The Olympic torch is being carried down the Seine River, accompanied by a breathtaking display of fireworks and enthusiastic applause from spectators lining both banks. The dazzling fireworks reach their peak with a stunning visual of the French flag created in smoke, adding to the grandeur of the event. It’s almost time for 85 boats to take to the Seine for the most unique Opening Ceremony in the history of the Olympic Games! The athletes are ready. Are you? Watch along right here: #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony pic.twitter.com/y32TWr5QLx Rapper Snoop Dogg is going to Paris as a special correspondent for American TV network NBC. In addition to his studio and field reporting duties, the rapper, whose real name is Calvin Broadus Jr., will also have the honor of carrying the Olympic torch through the final stages in Paris' Saint-Denis before the Paris 2024 opening ceremony. According to the Associated Press, Lady Gaga was spotted rehearsing near the Austerlitz Bridge for about an hour. This suggests that the American pop star will be performing at the Paris 2024 opening ceremony. She wrapped up her rehearsal around 5:40 p.m., just two hours before the ceremony was scheduled to start. As she left with her bandmates, Lady Gaga took a moment to wave to her fans. India's Flag Bearers Sharath Kamal & PV Sindhu alongside Sathiyan are ready #Paris2024 #OpeningCeremony pic.twitter.com/4wFmnU2ij9 Paris 2024, flag bearer—one of the greatest honors of my life to hold our country's flag in front of millions pic.twitter.com/4VPc9FFuIz The renowned badminton player PV Sindhu, who has won two Olympic medals, will proudly carry India's flag at the opening ceremony. She will be joined by Sharath Kamal, a table tennis veteran who has competed in the Olympics five times. Sindhu made history by winning a silver medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics and followed it up with a bronze in the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Kamal, on the other hand, is a prominent figure in Indian table tennis, having won multiple gold medals at the Commonwealth Games and two bronze medals at the Asian Games. These two athletes will represent India with pride and determination at the upcoming Olympics. The parade is going to start at the Austerlitz Bridge and will travel along the Seine river from east to west, passing by lots of cool bridges and gateways. Athletes will be cruising past some Olympic venues like La Concorde Urban Park, where they'll be doing 3x3 basketball, BMX freestyle cycling, breaking, and skateboarding. Then they'll hit up Invalides for archery, the marathon finish, and road cycling, and swing by the Grand Palais for fencing and taekwondo. The parade will wrap up at the Iena Bridge, which links the Eiffel Tower with the Trocadéro district. And to cap it all off, there's going to be a big finale at the Trocadéro, with French President Emmanuel Macron giving the opening remarks. Prior to the commencement of the opening ceremony, the Paris edition of the Games has already made its mark in the history books. The 2024 Olympics will go down in history as the first Summer Games to feature equal participation of male and female athletes, with 5250 men and an equal number of women competing - a milestone that has never been achieved before. Welcome to the live coverage of the Olympic Games opening ceremony! The highly anticipated moment has arrived as Paris, a city known for its timeless charm, takes center stage as the host of this prestigious modern-day event. None
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