Paris 2024 Olympics: A Spectacular Showcase of Global Talent
Get ready for 3,800 hours of exhilarating live sports action at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! With 329 gold medals up for grabs in 32 sports, this 18-day event promises excitement, drama, and unforgettable moments across Paris and other parts of France.
Key Dates to Remember
Opening Ceremony
Mark your calendars for the grand opening ceremony on Friday, 26 July. This year's ceremony is set to be a spectacular event along the River Seine, showcasing the beauty of Paris in a unique way.
Early Sporting Action
The games kick off early with football, rugby sevens, handball, and archery matches starting on Wednesday, 24 July.
Closing Ceremony
The closing ceremony will bring the games to a memorable end on Sunday, 11 August.
Highlight Events
100m Finals
Don't miss the thrilling 100m finals at the iconic Stade de France:
- Women's 100m Final: 20:20 BST on Saturday, 3 August
- Men's 100m Final: 20:50 BST on Sunday, 4 August
Medals Galore
Total Gold Medals
A total of 329 gold medals will be awarded. The penultimate day, Saturday, 10 August, will see 39 medals won, making it the most medal-packed day of the Games.
First and Last Medals
- First Medal: Mixed team air rifle shooting at 10:30 BST on Saturday, 27 July
- Final Medal: Women's basketball at 16:30 BST on Sunday, 11 August
New and Exciting Sports
Breaking
Introducing breaking, a dynamic dance sport originating from the Bronx in the 1970s. Catch the women's event on 9 August and the men's event on 10 August.
Kayak Cross
Witness the debut of kayak cross, a thrilling form of canoe slalom where athletes race head-to-head.
Enhanced Events
- Sport Climbing: Separate medals for lead and bouldering, and speed climbing
- Sailing: New kiteboarding and windsurfer – iQFoil events
- Artistic Swimming: Men included for the first time and a new team acrobatic routine
Team GB's Medal Prospects
Team GB is set to impress with 327 athletes competing across 24 sports. After winning 64 medals in Tokyo, predictions suggest a total of 62 medals for Paris 2024.
Meet the Olympic Mascot: Phryge
Phryge, inspired by traditional Phrygian hats, symbolizes freedom and the spirit of the French Republic. The motto: "Alone we go faster, but together we go further."
Prize Money for Champions
World Athletics will be awarding prize money for the first time in Olympic history, with a prize pool of $2.4 million (£1.9 million). Gold medallists will receive $50,000 (£39,400).
