Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:21pm on 26 Jul 2024,Friday Sports
The Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony has officially commenced with a historic parade along the River Seine. In a groundbreaking event, up to 7,000 athletes are making their way past Paris's iconic landmarks. The Indian contingent, led by PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal, has taken to the river, bringing excitement to the crowd. With 300,000 spectators lining the riverbanks and 200,000 more from nearby balconies, the ceremony is a grand spectacle despite the looming threat of rain. The event marks the first time the Olympics opening is held outside a stadium.