1.

Introduction

The Olympics is the largest international multi-sport event, organized every four years,
promoting sportsmanship, unity, and excellence.

 History of the Olympics: The modern Olympic Games began in 1896 in Athens, Greece,
inspired by the ancient Olympic Games of Olympia.
 Paris Olympics 2024:
o The XXXIII Olympiad will take place in Paris, France.
o This marks the return of the Olympics to Paris after 100 years—the last time was
in 1924.
o Dates: The games will be held from 26 July to 11 August 2024.

2. Paris Olympics 2024: Overview

 Location: The games will be held in and around Paris, with iconic venues like the Stade
de France, Seine River, and landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower.
 Venues:
o Stade de France – Major athletics events and ceremonies.
o Seine River – Unique outdoor venue for the Opening Ceremony.
o Other venues: La Défense Arena, Grand Palais, and cities like Marseille for
sailing.
 Sports:
o A total of 32 sports will feature in the Paris Olympics.
o New Additions:
 Breakdancing (making its Olympic debut).
 Skateboarding, Sport Climbing, and Surfing (continuing after Tokyo
2020).
o Popular sports: Athletics, Swimming, Wrestling, Gymnastics, Badminton, etc.
 Sustainability: Paris 2024 will focus on being the most sustainable Olympics ever, with
eco-friendly venues and reduced carbon footprints.
 Motto: "Games Wide Open".

3. Opening Ceremony

The Opening Ceremony will take place on 26 July 2024 and will be unique in Olympic history:

 Location: Unlike traditional ceremonies held in stadiums, this event will be held along
the River Seine, featuring boats carrying delegations.
 Innovative Concept:
o A 6 km-long stretch of the Seine will transform into an open-air stage.
o Each country’s team will travel in boats, symbolizing inclusivity and openness.
 Expected Highlights:
o French culture, art, and history will be celebrated.
o Performances by artists showcasing France’s diversity.
o Lighting of the Olympic Flame at an iconic location (possibly the Eiffel Tower).
  Attendance: Around 600,000 spectators are expected, with a mix of ticketed and free
viewing areas.

4. Highlights of Key Events

The Paris Olympics will feature numerous exciting events across 32 sports, with athletes
competing for gold.

 New Sports:
1. Breakdancing – Also known as Breaking, this sport will debut with male and
female categories.
2. Skateboarding – Street and park events for men and women.
3. Surfing – Taking place at Teahupo'o in Tahiti.
4. Sport Climbing – Speed, bouldering, and lead climbing competitions.
 Popular Sports:

o Athletics: Track and field events will see world records challenged.
o Swimming: Stars like Caeleb Dressel and Katie Ledecky will look to dominate.
o Gymnastics: Artistic gymnastics always draws global attention.
o Football: Men’s and women’s football finals will be major highlights.
 Indian Focus:
o Key sports for India: Wrestling, Badminton, Shooting, Boxing, and Athletics.
o Athletes like Neeraj Chopra (Javelin), P.V. Sindhu (Badminton), and rising
stars are expected to shine.

5. Closing Ceremony

The Closing Ceremony will take place on 11 August 2024 and will mark the grand conclusion
of the Paris Olympics.

 Highlights:
o A celebration of the athletes’ achievements.
o Cultural performances showcasing French heritage and modern creativity.
o The Olympic Flame will be extinguished, symbolizing the end of the games.
o Handing over of the Olympic flag to Los Angeles (host of the 2028 Olympics).
o Fireworks and final parades of athletes from all participating nations.

Achievements of India at Paris Olympics 2024

India concluded the Paris 2024 Olympics with a total of six medals: one silver and five bronze.
This performance matches India's joint-second best haul, equaling the tally from London 2012.
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Here’s a detailed breakdown of the medalists and their events:

1. Neeraj Chopra – Silver in Men's Javelin Throw

o Neeraj Chopra, the defending Olympic champion from Tokyo 2020, secured a
silver medal in the men's javelin throw event, adding to his illustrious career and
maintaining his status as one of the top javelin throwers globally.
2. Manu Bhaker – Bronze in Women's 10m Air Pistol Shooting
o Manu Bhaker made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an
Olympic shooting medal. She clinched the bronze in the women's 10m air pistol
event, marking a significant achievement for Indian shooting sports.
3. Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh – Bronze in Mixed Team 10m Air Pistol Shooting
o Continuing her remarkable performance, Manu Bhaker, alongside Sarabjot Singh,
secured another bronze in the mixed team 10m air pistol event..
4. Swapnil Kusale – Bronze in Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions Shooting
o Swapnil Kusale added to India's shooting accolades by winning a bronze in the
men's 50m rifle 3 positions event.
5. Indian Men's Hockey Team – (Bronze)The Indian men's hockey team secured their
second consecutive Olympic bronze by defeating Spain 2-1.

6.Aman Sehrawat – Bronze in Men's Freestyle 57kg Wrestling

o Aman Sehrawat showcased exceptional skill in wrestling, earning a bronze in the

men's freestyle 57kg category, contributing to India's medal tally in wrestling.

7. Conclusion

The Paris Olympics 2024 promises to be a historic and unique event that celebrates sports,
culture, and sustainability.

 For India, the games represent an opportunity to showcase its rising potential in global
sports.
 With world-class athletes and increasing investment in sports infrastructure, India is
poised to achieve new heights.

The Olympics continues to be a symbol of peace, unity, and excellence, inspiring millions
worldwide.

8. Bibliography

1. Official Paris 2024 Olympics website.

2. News articles from The Hindu, Times of India, or BBC Sports.
3. Books or websites on Olympic history.