Overview
The 2024 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, will take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024. Paris is set to host the Games for the third time, having previously held the Olympics in 1900 and 1924.
Key Dates
- Opening Ceremony: July 26, 2024
- Closing Ceremony: August 11, 2024
Sports and Events
The Paris 2024 Games will feature 32 sports, including the return of traditional sports and the debut of new ones. Here’s a breakdown of some of the key sports and their schedules:
- Athletics: July 28-AAugust 11
- Swimming: July 27-AAugust 4
- Gymnastics: July 29-AAugust 4
- Basketball: July 27-AAugust 10
- Soccer: July 24-AAugust 10
- Tennis: July 27-AAugust 4
- Cycling: July 27-AAugust 9
- Triathlon: July 28-AAugust 9
New and Returning Sports
- Breaking (Breakdancing): This will be making its second appearance after debuting in Tokyo 2020.
- Surfing: This sport, which made its debut in Tokyo, will be featured again in Paris.
- Sport Climbing: Continuing its presence from Tokyo, showcasing both lead climbing and bouldering events.
Venues
The Paris 2024 Games will be held across multiple iconic venues, including:
- Stade de France: Located in Saint-Denis, this will be the venue for opening and closing ceremonies, as well as athletics.
- Parc des Princes: Hosting soccer matches.
- Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy: The site for basketball and handball events.
- Grand Palais: fencing and taekwondo will take place here.
Results
As the games are yet to occur, detailed results will be available after the events. For real-time updates, official results will be published on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) website and other major sports news platforms.
How to Follow
Fans can follow the games through:
- Official Paris 2024 Website: For schedules, results, and event information.
- Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS): coverage and live streaming of events.
- Social Media: Official Paris 2024 accounts on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.