The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to captivate audiences worldwide with 3,800 hours of live competition across 32 sports. Spanning 18 thrilling days, athletes will compete for 329 gold medals in and around the iconic city of Paris.
Key Dates and Major Highlights
The Games will kick off on July 24th with preliminary matches in football, rugby sevens, handball, and archery. The grand opening ceremony, scheduled for July 26th, will be a dazzling event along the Seine River, officially ushering in the Olympic festivities.
The first medal ceremonies will take place the next day, with the closing ceremony bringing the Games to a spectacular conclusion on August 11th.
Track and field fans can look forward to the highly anticipated women’s and men’s 100m finals, set for August 3rd and 4th at the Stade de France, respectively.
New Sports and Format Innovations
Paris 2024 will introduce breaking (breakdancing) as a new Olympic sport, adding a fresh and modern twist to the Games. Additionally, there will be a new format for sport climbing, and exciting new events in kayak cross and kiteboarding will make their Olympic debut.
Prize Money at the Olympics
Team Great Britain, featuring 327 athletes competing in 24 sports, aims to replicate their impressive performance from Tokyo, where they secured 64 medals. Expectations are high for a similar medal tally in Paris.
A Landmark for Athlete Compensation
In a historic move, World Athletics has become the first international federation to offer prize money at the Olympic Games. A total of $2.4 million in prize money will be awarded, with gold medalists receiving $50,000 each, marking a significant milestone in athlete compensation.
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to be an unforgettable event, with the inclusion of new sports, innovative format changes, and groundbreaking advancements in athlete rewards, making it a must-watch for sports enthusiasts around the globe.