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58th Annual Antigua Yacht Show

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• Post date September 3, 2020

If there’s one thing that’s true, it’s that our team loves attending industry events. Not only is it a great way to network and meet fellow marine-focused companies, we also have the opportunity to strengthen past and present relationships. Our team actively scouts global superyacht events to help grow our company and to provide resources for the event attendees. After all, boat owners need trusted marine technicians and facilities they can rely on. Our team highly values this face-to-face communication. Why? Because it fosters longer-lasting relationships, encourages trust, and therefore strengthens the mission of The Yard Brisbane. 

Recently we traveled to the West Indies to attend the 58th Annual Antigua Yacht Show. Over the course of the event, we enjoyed educating spectators on our services and facilities, connecting with colleagues, and of course, enjoying the stunning Caribbean waters. By traveling to these global events, we keep our skills sharp, harbor relationships, and stay in the loop of the latest industry trends and updates. The Antigua Yacht Show was especially crucial this year due to Australia’s latest bill . 

The Special Recreational Vessels Bill permits foreign and flagged superyachts to charter in Australian waters. Before the law was put into place, there were more limited area where foreign vessels could set sail and charter to. We were excited to share this update with superyacht owners at this year’s event, and to mention our convenient location near the Port of Brisbane. With heightened travel to the South Pacific region due to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2021 America’s Cup in Auckland, more boat owners will be traveling to the Australasia area. The new bill makes it even easier for boat goers to stop in Australia without facing exorbitant fees or mountains of paperwork. Our team is looking forward to this change, and the opportunity to work with worldwide boaters.

This year’s event took place across four locations: Nelson’s Dockyard Marina, UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Falmouth Harbour Marina, and the Antigua Yacht Club Marina. There was about 90 world-class charter yachts, which attendees were given exclusive access to tour. The event attendees also were given the opportunity to meet the captains and crews of the charter vessels, who serve as key components of any luxury superyacht charter. 

The Antigua Yacht Show is a favorite of many, and for good reason: cocktail parties, dinners, social events, and an overall relaxed atmosphere. Over the six-day event, participants enjoyed the viewing portions of the show, as well as an emergency preparedness session, wine tastings, information hours covering a variety of topics, and finally, a chef’s competition! 

Our team left the Antigua Yacht Show feeling energized for the next superyacht show. With each event we travel to, we build upon our experience and expertise, grow relationships, and stay on top of trends and industry updates. By attending these events, we are strengthening The Yard Brisbane to ultimately better serve our customers and provide the utmost levels of care. We are looking forward to seeing what 2020 brings, and the years beyond. 

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Let the Paris 2024 Olympic Games begin!

On Friday, the Paris 2024 Olympic Games were officially opened with the Opening Ceremony along the River Seine.

The animating force, the raison d’être of the Paris 2024 Games is: “Games Wide Open.” A fitting touchstone for the first summer Games in eight years without the shadow of intense COVID-19 protocols, and with a determination to do things differently. As such, Paris was ready to put on a show for the world celebrating freedom, and organizers thought outside the box when it came to the Opening Ceremony. 

For the first time ever, the Opening Ceremony did not take place within a stadium, but rather along the River Seine. As a result, the Ceremony featured unprecedented accessibility for the public, with over 320,000 spectators expected to come out to watch the show and cheer on the approximately 6,800 participating in the parade. 

Athletes from 205 delegations floated down the river in 85 boats, starting with Greece, who retains the honour of proceeding first as the birthplace of the Olympic Games. They were followed by the Olympic Refugee Team, flying under the Olympic flag. After that, nations proceeded down the river in alphabetical order, according to the French spelling of the country.

Along the six kilometre voyage, there were 12 “artistic tableaux” involving approximately 2000 French performers. The tableaux took athletes and spectators on a journey of values and ideas, including: enchanté, synchronicity, liberty, equality, fraternity, sisterhood, sportsmanship, festivity, darkness, solemnity, solidarity, and eternity.

The journey also took athletes past many of Paris’ most iconic landmarks and historic architecture, many of which have been converted to venues for the Games, including the Eiffel Tower, the Esplanade des Invalides, and the Grand Palais.

The Olympic flame also took a journey through French culture to arrive for the big moment of the cauldron lighting. A masked torchbearer based on a number of masked characters who have left their mark on French culture, such as the Phantom of the Opera and Ezio from Assassin’s Creed, flipped and jumped over Paris rooftops, ziplined over the Seine, and wandered through the Louvre, where figures of the worlds’ most famous paintings had left their frames to watch from the windows.

References to French literature, music, architecture and history abounded throughout the performances, with some highlights including performers suspended from the scaffolding surrounding the reconstruction of Notre Dame, a performance by rock band Gojira alongside a headless Marie Antoinette. And would it be France without a fashion show?

READ: What athletes from around the world will wear for the Opening Ceremony of Paris 2024

Some performers had less obvious connections to France, but widespread appeal, like pop star Lady Gaga, who gave a cabaret performance in French. As has become a tradition over the last few Olympic Games, John Lennon’s “Imagine” was performed, this time by French artist Juliette Armanet.

Canada cruised along the Seine as an instantly recognizable collective in head-to-toe red. With many nations struggling with how to protect their athletes from the pouring rain through the ceremony, Team Canada’s lululemon kit luckily included a rain poncho! And no amount of rain could dampen the joy of the Opening Ceremony.

Team Canada’s delegation was led by flag bearers Andre De Grasse and Maude Charron , both of whom are reigning Olympic champions in athletics and weightlifting, respectively. Team Canada shared a boat with China, Cameroon, Chile, and Central African Republic (we’re talking about big boats)!

READ: De Grasse and Charron to be Team Canada’s Opening Ceremony flag bearers for Paris 2024

Team USA and Team Australia were penultimate in the parade of nations as the upcoming hosts of the Olympic Summer Games, with LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032 coming up next. Host nation France closed out the parade with their staggering 609 athlete delegation.

More entertainment awaited Team Canada athletes when they arrived at the Trocadero. But meanwhile, Team Canada’s first breaking Olympian, Phil Wizard, provided some for his Canadian teammates as he showed off a few moves in front of the Eiffel Tower.

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Paris 2024 spared nothing when it came to the theatrics. As all the athletes found their way back to dry (wet) land, a silver robot horse carrying a woman rider wearing the Olympic flag as a cape glided over the water, only to turn into a real horse and rider on land, ceremoniously delivering the flag to be raised for the opening of the Games.

The masked torch bearer headed the torch off to the legendary French soccer player Zinedine Zidane, who then handed it off to Spanish tennis player Rafael Nadal, who took the torch as the Eiffel Tower began a light show. Meanwhile Nadal boarded a boat and rode along the Seine with the flame, where he handed the torch to American tennis player Serena Williams, who handed it to Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci and then American sprinter Carl Lewis. The final stages of the torch relay showcased international cooperation and friendship amongst various legends of sport.

The boat finally pulled up to a dock near the Louvre where the torch was passed to along by an ever-increasing number of notable French athletes. Marie-José Pérec and Teddy Riner finally lit the cauldron in the Jardin des Tuileries. The cauldron took flight in a balloon-like structure.

And then FINALLY the moment that all Canadians were hoping for after rumours were swirling for weeks…Celine Dion serenaded the world from a stage on the Eiffel Tower, closing the Opening Ceremony with a beautiful connection to Canada. The Canadian singer was visibly overcome with emotion.

Paris lived up to its name as the City of Light, literally and figuratively sparkling in front of the world’s eyes. And now, we wait to watch Team Canada’s 337 athletes shine in the competition to come from now until August 11.

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Paris Olympics opening ceremony delivers on the promise, defies the rain and inspires a dream

Analysis Sport Paris Olympics opening ceremony delivers on the promise, defies the rain and inspires a dream

With the lighting of the Olympic flame, a sigh of relief.

This opening ceremony, a beast so bold as to have taken over the city of Paris almost entirely, is now a memory to cherish rather than a challenge to conquer.

It is difficult to properly convey the scope of this accomplishment and the sacrifices and accommodations made by this city to make it happen. The ambition was to create a truly unique ceremony, something new and inclusive and inspiring.

By that metric, this was a fabulous success.

Through the choppy waters of the River Seine came boat after boat of athletes, their arrivals punctuated by performances on the river, its banks and throughout the city .

A story was told as the Olympic flame was delivered through the city, the Eiffel Tower beamed as it never had before, Zinedine Zidane bookended it all and everything seemed to go off without a hitch.

The city of lights danced as one in the rain.

There were drag queens and silver horses and Louis Vuitton suitcases and a mysterious masked figure (which may or not have been Zizou all along?). Lady Gaga thrilled, and Céline Dion was c'est magnifique in closing the show atop la Tour Eiffel.

It was awkward at times, and my goodness was it wet, but by the end you had to step back and marvel at the feat of pulling this whole thing off.

Of course it all came at a cost. There was irony in the motto of these Olympics — Games Open Wide — as the city had very much been slammed shut on ceremony day by an unprecedented peacetime security operation.

There was an armed police officer for every civilian on the streets of Paris, and many of those streets were blocked off entirely. Enough metro stations were shut to almost render the whole thing useless, a situation worsened by the overnight arson attacks on the high-speed rail lines in and out of the city.

The locals, it seemed, had long since cleared out. Anyone who was left was braced for the hours-long battle through security to take up their vantage point along the river or in the Trocadéro.

There is a reason that something like this hasn't been attempted at an Olympic Games before.

A traditional opening ceremony, held in a stadium, is predictable and relatively safe. You can push the boundaries all you like creatively but logistically speaking everything is contained and manageable.

To bring this vision to life meant preparing for every eventuality, foreseeing the unforeseeable, preparing for the unpreparable.

It meant shutting down Paris.

Indeed the only thing that the organisers couldn't prevent was the poor weather, which unfortunately drowned out much of what could have made this night that little bit more magical.

The specific timings of this ceremony were all designed with the sunset in mind, a sunset that was entirely blanketed by thick cloud.

What a shame that an otherwise resplendent Parisian week turned to deluge at the precise moment the opening ceremony began. The rain arrived within minutes of the event beginning and did not relent.

The athletes seemed unbothered, so too the many hundreds of thousands of people who clamoured for a glimpse. They donned their ponchos and they braved the downpour, determined to make a memory even if it didn't match the picture they had formed in their head.

Perhaps there was a message in that. Even something like this, the absolute pinnacle of creativity, planning and production, can fall foul of something completely out of human hands. Our ability to control everything will forever be compromised, but you can always make the most of what presents itself.

The more prevalent themes of the opening ceremony were hard to miss. In his program notes, creative director Thomas Jolly spoke of "peace, respect and diversity" as the key marks he wanted to hit. He certainly didn't miss.

Jolly's most pointed remarks though referred to the wider context these Olympics find themselves in — a world "at the crossroads of history and innovation, heritage and creativity" — and for the dream he was trying to create — "a world-city where a plural conception of living together is emerging: the possibility of an 'us'".

And at its heart, isn't that what the Olympic Games is all about?

Athletes and spectators come divided by national colours and competition but upon arrival immediately blend into one.

These Games, like this opening ceremony, can be a celebration of humanity. An all too timely reminder of our shared sameness while still highlighting excellence. Of recognising the joy of something as trivial as sport in the hope it can mend the world's wounds in some small way.

Cynicism is easy, but this was an opening ceremony that pleaded with us to feel something, to dream something.

There could be no better way to welcome the Paris Olympics. Let the Games begin.

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Let the boat party begin! A bevy of spectacular boats have assembled on the Gold Coast for this year’s highly anticipated Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2024.

The traditional ‘Bump In’ was just a taste of the dazzling marine displays that a crowd of more than 45,000 visitors can expect to see at the Southern Hemisphere’s largest boat show, from May 23 to 26.

Johan Hasser, General Manager of Mulpha Events, said he and his team were thrilled to present 102 new product launches, more than 330 exhibitors, 700-plus boats and over 2500 marine products to Show visitors.

“We are very excited about the amazing line-up at SCIBS 2024,” he said. “Once again, our exhibitors and partners have come up with the best of the best across luxury superyachts, to smaller recreational vessels and personal watercrafts (PWC), to fishing gear and an incredible variety of luxury lifestyle products. We’re confident this will be a winning combination, especially with new offerings such as our Lagoon Beach Club VIP experience.”

Mr Hasser said SCIBS continues to attract the sought-after and premium brands of the marine industry along with a selection of complementary luxury lifestyle products including a spectacular line-up from major partner, Bentley Brisbane & Gold Coast. He thanked all those who will be exhibiting their latest products at the Show and extended a warm welcome to both boating aficionados and first-time visitors.

Among the premium brands showcasing new products at SCIBS 2024 will be Riviera Australia.

“On Thursday morning this week, our team will officially showcase our very latest creation, this will be the world premiere of an exceptional new Riviera yacht”, said Rivieria Australia’s CEO, Rodney Longhurst.

“Our display this year is a grand showcase of yachts from our award-winning collection. From the magnificent 78 Motor Yacht to selected models from our Sports Motor Yacht, SUV, Sport Yacht and Belize collections.  Each of these yachts represent our finest yachts and our expert team will be very proud to guide visitors through an inspection during the show,” he said.

Horizon Yachts Australia will also display two brand new models – the fast-cruising FD90 yacht and the FD80 yacht. The most expensive boat on display at the Show, the FD90 has been custom built for Australian yachting enthusiasts and represents a fusion of modern design and unrivalled performance. The uniquely Australian-tailored FD80 Yacht can operate as either a private yacht or charter vessel.

“SCIBS represents our largest showcase of Horizon Yachts, boasting the world’s most extensive on-water display of our brand,” said Chief Operating Officer Erica Rae. “There truly is no other boat show in the world quite like Sanctuary Cove. With its integration of a hotel resort, local restaurants, and boutique shops all within the show gates, it transcends the typical boat show experience to become a destination in its own right. It truly is an unparalled showcase of luxury and innovation in the yachting industry.”

Ms Rae added that SCIBS consistently shines for Horizon Yachts, drawing in loyal clients who have previously owned multiple Horizon yachts, and generating leads and sales directly. “Each year, enthusiasts from across Australia and New Zealand fly in to witness the unveiling of our latest and most exciting models,” she said.

Also making waves at SCIBS 2024 as it drops the curtain on an all-new product line, is Yellowfin Plate Boats . In its 40th year of production, the brand not only celebrates its rich heritage as Australia’s oldest Plate Boat brand, but the future of boating as it raises the bar with new innovations and technologies and ups the complete on-water standard.

“With boats hand built on the Gold Coast what better way to launch the new generation of Yellowfin Plate Boats than in our backyard, on home soil,” said Jasmine Buck, marketing brand advisor for Yellowfin.  “We want to ensure our boating community gets the best chance of witnessing the line-up first hand, and what better way than at Australia’s largest boat show.”

From JSW Powersports , showgoers can expect several Australian first debuts from industry leadings brands such as Sea-Doo, Sea Fox, Malibu & Axis, Cobalt and SEABOB.

“SCIBS takes the cake for us when it comes to the boat show calendar,” says marketing manager Oliver Bennett. “You simply cannot beat the Gold Coast outdoor atmosphere. It’s always a pleasure to see the Sanctuary Cove Marine Village transformed into a boaties playground. The precinct grows each year and the healthy competition between all exhibitors results in an extraordinary showcase for visitors.”

Scott Newland, Dealer Principal of Bentley Brisbane & Gold Coast , major sponsors of the Show, said for the past twelve years, Bentley Brisbane & Gold Coast, part of Autosports Group, have proudly served as the major sponsor of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS).

This premier marine event epitomises luxury and innovation while remaining fun and family-friendly. Our enduring partnership highlights Bentley Brisbane & Gold Coast’s commitment to excellence, luxury, and supporting local initiatives that our customers enjoy. This year, we are delighted to be showcasing the unique Flying Spur V8 Mulliner, Continental GT V8 S and the latest and most luxurious Bentayga V8 EWB.

We are honoured to be a part of this remarkable event for over a decade, and we can’t wait to see what SCIBS 2024 brings this week.” All media are invited to the Show’s Official Opening on Thursday, 23 May from 8am, at the brand new VIP Lagoon Beach Club . Official Media Alert and Media Pack will be distributed, please contact Sarah Staerk (below) for further information.

General admission tickets are on-sale now from $35, with Lagoon Beach Club VIP Experience tickets available from $299. Kids under 16 enter for free with a paying adult. Tickets are only available online, there will not be a Box Office at the Show. Tickets available at www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au

The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is owned and operated by Mulpha Events and is proudly supported by the Queensland Government, Tourism & Events Queensland, City of Gold Coast, Experience Gold Coast and Major Sponsor Bentley Brisbane & Gold Coast.

The 35th Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show will be held from May 23-26, 2024. For more visit sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au

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Olympics opening ceremony recap: Highlights from Paris torch relay, flame lighting

W ith an ambitious and unique opening ceremony , the 2024 Paris Olympics got under way when thousands of Olympians, including Team USA athletes , cruised along the Seine River on Friday night.

The city’s iconic landmarks provided a stunning backdrop for the parade of nations. Athletes from around the world, including Team USA flag bearers LeBron James and Coco Gauff , floated on boats for the six-kilometer route that traveled east to west across Paris from the Pont d’Austerlitz to the Trocadero.

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Who lit the Olympic Cauldron?

The Olympic Cauldron was lit by Teddy Riner, a three-time Olympic champion in judo, and Marie-Jose Perec, a three-time Olympic champion in track and field.

Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams carried Olympic torch

In an Olympics opening ceremony surprise, Rafael Nadal carried the Olympic torch once it reached the Eiffel Tower. Nadal might as well have honorary French residency after winning a record 14 French Opens. He won four in a row from 2005-2008, five in a row from 2010-2014, another four in a row from 2017-2020 and his final one in 2022. He is 112-4 all-time at Roland Garros. A statue of him was erected outside the stadium in 2021. Nadal has 22 Grand Slams total. 

Nadal then passed the torch to fellow tennis legend Serena Williams. Three of her 23 Grand Slam titles came at the French Open. Carl Lewis, a four-time Olympic champion at the 1984 Games, and Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci, who scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic history at the 1976 Games, also were part of the torch’s final journey. — Nancy Armour

Amelie Mauresmo passed Olympic torch to Tony Parker

The tennis theme in the Olympic torch relay continued when Amelie Mauresmo, the only French player to be No. 1 in the Open era, took the torch after it arrived off the boat. Tony Parker, who paved the way for French players in the NBA and won four titles with the San Antonio Spurs, took the handoff from Mauresmo. Parker and Carter continued running with the torch after they passed it over to a trio of French athletes. — Nancy Armour

Celine Dion at opening ceremony dazzled

The legendary singer Celine Dion performed at the opening ceremony after the Olympic Cauldron was lit. She also sang at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics opening ceremony.

Eiffel Tower puts on light show at opening ceremony

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Who sang 'Imagine' at the Olympics?

Pianist Sofianne Pamart and singer Juliette Armanet performed “Imagine,” the John Lennon and Yoko Ono song.

Team USA's LeBron James, Coco Gauff not slowed by rain

The rain wasn’t spoiling the party for LeBron James, Coco Gauff and the rest of the U.S. Olympic team.

“Representing the red, white and blue, there’s no better time,” James said during an interview with NBC’s Maria Taylor during the parade of nations. “We’re here for the USA and ready to go out and compete at a high level.”

The NBA superstar and the Grand Slam champion were selected as flagbearers by the rest of the U.S. team. Flagbearers held their country’s flags aloft as the team boats floated down the Seine while other athletes waved smaller flags. But Gauff and James also took time to pose for photos with others on the boat – including the captain – and take in the sights of Paris.

“Seeing a lot of water, first off,” Gauff said. “But also some amazing people, a lot of amazing athletes and we’re all excited to represent Team USA.”

Asked if the steady rain put a damper on their special moment, James said no.

“The rain can’t stop us,” he said. — Nancy Armour

Axelle Saint-Cirel performs French national anthem on Grand Palais roof

On the roof of the Grand-Palais and wearing colors of the French flag, Axelle Saint-Cirel, the Choeur and the Maîtrise de Radio France performed the French national anthem, called The Marseillaise. It was composed in 1792 by Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, who was an officer for the French Engineers. It was declared the national anthem in 1795. As the national anthem was performed, the Republic Guard raised the flag at the Trocadéro. Composer Victor le Masne musically rearranged the national anthem for the opening ceremony. 

Steph Curry, A'ja Wilson at Olympics opening ceremony

Women's basketball forward  A'Ja Wilson  looks to have added an extra piece of fashion to her Team USA Ralph Lauren outfit — thanks to the help of Steph Curry. The Golden State Warriors guard — who is making his Olympic debut with USA Basketball in Paris — gifted Wilson Olympics-themed sunglasses for Friday's opening ceremony.

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There are 10,714 athletes from 206 different countries scheduled to take part in this year's Olympic Games. The United States  will have the largest national delegation at the Summer Games in Paris with 593 athletes. Host nation France is second with 573, followed by Australia (460), Germany (427), Japan (404), Italy (403), China (388), Spain (382), Great Britain (327) and Canada (318) rounding out the top 10.

Why was Australia after Zambia and Zimbabwe at opening ceremony? 

The sight of the Australian team coming after Zambia and Zimbabwe might have taken those who know their alphabet by surprise. But there was a reason for the Aussies being so far out of alphabetical order. Countries that are hosting upcoming Olympics come at the end of the Parade of Nations. Brisbane is hosting the 2032 Summer Games, so Australia was the third-to-last team. The United States was second-to-last, with the Olympics returning to Los Angeles in four years. And France, the host of these Paris Olympics, was the last country in the 85-boat flotilla. — Nancy Armour

Olympics opening ceremony order of countries

The order of the parade of nations is determined by the French spelling of their country names. Germany is Allemagne in French, for example, so it goes with the As, not the Gs. The only exceptions are the United States, which is Etats-Unis in French but goes second-to-last because it is hosting the next Summer Games, and France, because it’s the host country. 

Metal band at Paris Olympics: Who is Gojira?

The metal band Gojira , who performed at the Olympics opening ceremony, is made up of Joe Duplantier, Mario Duplantier, Christian Andreu and Jean-Michel La- badie. They performed at the Conciergerie, which was the residence of French kings in medieval times. It became a prison during the French revolution and Marie-Antoinette was one of its most famous prisoners. Gojira performed alongside singer Marina Viotti.

Aya Nakamura Olympics opening ceremony performance 

Aya Nakamura is one of France’s most famous pop stars, performing performed "Pookie, Djadja" and "For me formidable, La Bohéme" at the opening ceremony alongside 60 musicians from the Republican Guard and 36 choristers of the French Army. Nakamura mixes elements of R&B, Afropop and Parisian street slang, and her most famous song is “Djadja.” She’s been compared to Rihanna and Cardi B.

Why Russia, Belarus are banned from 2024 Olympics

Once again, Russia is technically banned from appearing at the Olympic Games . Yet once again, Russian athletes will compete under a different name − a handful of them, at least.

At the 2024 Paris Olympics , which begin this week, 15 athletes from Russia − and 18 from neighboring Belarus − are slated to compete as "Individual Neutral Athletes," or AINs for short, according to the most recent statistics released by the International Olympic Committee on Saturday . The AIN classification means that Russian and Belarusian flags, national anthems and uniforms will be absent from the Paris Games. This punishment was levied by the International Olympic Committee following its invasion of Ukraine. — Tom Schad

How many athletes are on Team USA?

There are 593 American Olympians at the Paris Games. Meet Team USA .

How many countries participate in the 2024 Olympics?

More than 200 countries are competing in the 2024 Olympics , from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe.

Minions at Olympics opening ceremony

Minions — of the "Despicable Me" franchise and its spinoff movie, "Minions" — made a digital appearance at the opening ceremony. In a video with the "unknown" athlete running with the Olympic torch, the Minions are seen acting out a scene in a submarine submerged in the Seine.

Lady Gaga at Olympics opening ceremony gave stunning performance

Lady Gaga  returned to music at the 2024  Paris Olympics  during a performance at the opening ceremony and lit up the City of Lights. Alongside  a fleet of dancers , the Grammy favorite performed a French-inspired set alongside the Seine river with a tribute to Zizi Jeanmaire's presentation of  "Mon Truc En Plumes,"  translated to “My Thing with Feathers.” — Jay Stahl

Olympic opening ceremony performers

Lady Gaga, metal band Gojira and French pop star Aya Nakamura were among those who have performed at the opening ceremony.

Who made medals for the Paris Olympics? 

The Monnaie de Paris, which has been minting France’s coins since 864. The company also made the medals for the Athens Olympics in 1896, the first modern Olympic Games, and the two previous Summer Games in Paris, in 1900 and 1924. 

How many medals were made for the Paris Olympics? 

Why does greece go first in the olympics.

Greece goes first at the opening ceremony every Olympics because it is the birthplace of the Olympic Games. 

Why is Peyton Manning wearing an arm band?

NBC opening ceremony co-host Peyton Manning sported an arm band on his right forearm during the opening ceremony broadcast, much like he did during his playing days as an NFL quarterback. He joked he was wearing it because he had notes on all 200-plus countries in the opening ceremomny.

Giannis Antetokounmpo on being Greece's flag bearer

“That is an honor,”  he said . “If I am the flag bearer, great. If I am not, OK. I am just happy that I have a good coaching staff and a good team, I am in the Olympics."

Who designed the Olympics flag?

Pierre de Coubertin, who is considered the founder of the modern Olympics, designed the rings in July 1913. The Olympics logo was first used on a flag in 1914. That original flag is now at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne. The IOC officially adopted the rings logo and flag in 1914.

Americans in Paris

Rachael Raskovich, Amanda Mason-Sekula and Kelly Holmes arrived at the opening ceremony wearing American flag themed hats, red white and blue glasses and sequin USA jackets with "Proud American" stitched on the back.

"Amazon," Raskovich said with a smile when asked about the gear.

The trio of friends met in law school and said they will spend the next week or so hopping around to events around the city. They have tickets to beach volleyball and equestrian, Raskovich said, among other sports. Their group was just one of the many clad in red, white and blue that lined the southern banks of the Seine River on Friday night. Doris Ng of Chicago was among the U.S. spectators who were still searching for a good spot from which to view the ceremony in the hour before it began.

"We thought we were going to be on time," she said. "I think everybody else beat us to the punch already."

Fortunately, she also has tickets to the closing ceremony, she said. — Tom Schad

Not every local was in a festive mood

One man saw my media credential and wanted to make sure — despite barely speaking English — that he was upset over a rumor Celine Dion had been paid 2 million Euros to perform one song at the opening ceremony. Another woman, an American who has lived in Paris for 15 years, said property taxes went up and yet Parisians were not given much access to events or even public spaces to watch the festivities despite the financial and social burden being put on them.

But even when the rain began falling, people did not scatter to look for shelter. Instead they powered through, trying to get a better look at the bleu, blanc and rouge streaks being left in the sky by an airplane flyover.

Restaurants, which don’t have televisions here, were generally not busy. If you were going out to eat Friday night, it’s because you didn’t care to watch the show live. But inside one of them in a residential area near the Eiffel Tower, you could hear the singing of La Marseillaise, the French National Anthem. For a few minutes, the din of conversation went completely silent. — Dan Wolken

Team USA opening ceremony outfit

Team USA’s opening ceremony outfit is a modern take on a tailored look. On top, a tailored single-breasted wool blazer with red and white tipping is worn over a striped oxford shirt. The bottom is a more casual tapered jean and classic suede buck shoe fit. 

Ralph Lauren works closely with Team USA and the goal, as always, is to “do something graphic and uniquely American,” chief brand and innovation officer David Lauren said. 

To account for the heat, the company constantly looks at different fabrics and layering systems to keep the athlete’s body temperature in check, Lauren said. All items in both the opening and closing ceremony outfits are manufactured in the United States. 

Coco Gauff opens up on being U.S. flag bearer, making Olympic debut

Coco Gauff is making her Olympic debut in Paris and she is one of two U.S. flag bearers . “(Competing) in the  Olympics  has always been up there with winning a Grand Slam, like top goals,” Gauff told USA TODAY Sports this summer.  Read our full feature on Gauff .

On the opening ceremony red carpet, Serena Williams was asked about Gauff being the flag bearer. "Isn't that great. I'm so excited to see her tonight. I'm just so happy for her," the tennis legend said.

USA flag bearers 2024

Basketball superstar LeBron James and tennis star Coco Gauff are the flag bearers for the Americans. Gauff is the first tennis player to serve in the role.

Why is Snoop Dogg at Olympics?

With his mind on the Olympics and the Olympics on his mind, Snoop Dogg is, indeed, back for the 2024 Paris Olympics . The rapper, who will carry the torch ahead of the opening ceremony , is primed for a bigger role three years after his reactions to the dressage competition with Kevin Hart went viral at the Tokyo Games.

Snoop will appear regularly on “Primetime in Paris,” serving as a “ special correspondent ” for NBC. During parts of the primetime show, Snoop Dogg will interact with Team USA athletes, their families, or explore Paris and share his experiences and insights with the night's audience. He's also carrying the Olympic torch .

Paris Olympics closing ceremony date

The 2024 Summer Games will hold the closing ceremony on Aug. 11

How many times has Paris hosted the Olympics?

Paris has hosted the Summer Olympics three times: 1900, 1924 and 2024.

Are any U.S. athletes skipping the opening ceremony?

About 350 of Team USA’s 592 athletes will march – or rather, float – in today's opening ceremony, according to Nicole Deal, who oversees the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee’s security operations.

That means about 40% of the U.S. delegation will be absent, though that is not exactly unusual.

Many athletes and teams – especially those competing early in the Games – choose to pass on the opening ceremony because it often runs late into the night and requires them to spend several hours on their feet. U.S. gymnasts and swimmers, for example, regularly skip the ceremony to rest up for their competitions – which, in some cases, begin the next morning.

U.S. swimming star Katie Ledecky said earlier this week that she never planned on going to the Paris opening ceremony for this very reason. She swims the 400-meter freestyle Saturday morning. — Tom Schad

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Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony in primetime: Highlights from NBC's replay

The 2024 Paris Olympics kicked off with an opening ceremony unlike any other, with athletes from more than 200 nations floating down the Seine River on boats. The city itself served as a magnificent backdrop as the parade of nations unfolded with iconic landmarks  making appearances throughout the show.

The opening ceremony is complete and now it's on to more action for the 32 sports in this year's Olympic Games. Here are all of the best moments from what was a magical night in Paris. 

When do the Olympic events start Saturday? TV, time and streaming

The Paris Olympics waste little time getting back in action after the opening ceremony. Things kick off at 2:30 a.m. ET with action in badminton. Multiple sports including swimming, judo, and shooting have medals on the line.

You can watch all of the action from Paris on E!, NBC, USA Network, Telemundo, Universo and Golf Channel on TV and streaming on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com. Here's a full schedule of Saturday's events .

2024 Olympic medals: Who is leading the medal count? Follow along as we track the medals for every sport.

Stream the Olympics: Catch the Paris Games with a Peacock subscription

'I’m honored to have performed tonight': Celine Dion closes out opening ceremony

The best-selling French-language artist of all time was the final act of the opening ceremony and performed Édith Piaf's "L’Hymne à l’amour" ("Hymn to Love") on the Eiffel Tower after the Olympic cauldron was lit.

This is the second time Dion's performed on the Olympic stage. She sang "The Power of the Dream" in 1996 at the Summer Olympics in Atlanta.

She posted on X after her performance to encourage the athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

2028 Summer Olympics

Los Angeles will host the next Summer Olympics in 2028. Those games will be the ninth time the U.S. is hosting the Olympics, more than any other country, and Los Angeles joins London and Paris as the only cities to host the Summer Olympics three times.

U.S. Summer Olympics host years:

• 1904: St. Louis
• 1932: Los Angeles
• 1984: Los Angeles
• 1996: Atlanta
• 2028: Los Angeles

U.S. Winter Olympics host years:

• 1932: Lake Placid, New York
• 1960: Squaw Valley, California
• 1980: Lake Placid, New York
• 2002: Salt Lake City
• 2034: Salt Lake City

When do events start again?

Paris Olympics action starts up again at 2:30 a.m. with Group Play in badminton mixed doubles, women's and men's singles, and women's and men's doubles.

Beyoncé introduces Team USA in 2024 Olympics

The most-awarded artist in Grammy history introduced the 594 athletes - the largest delegation in the Paris Olympics - representing the U.S. in the Summer Games. Beyonce gave special shoutouts to sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson, swimmers Katie Ledecky and Caleb Dressel, and gymnastics legend Simone Biles, among others.

When are the first medals?

The first medal events of the Paris Olympics are set for Saturday and start with shooting. The 10 meter Air Rifle Mixed Team bronze and gold medal matches start at 4:30 a.m. ET.

Saturday will also feature medal events in diving, individual time trial road cycling, judo, skateboarding, rugby sevens, fencing, and swimming.

Coco Gauff, LeBron James leading the way

LeBron James and Coco Gauff made history as Team USA's first men's basketball player and first tennis player, respectively, to serve as flag bearers. Gauff, making her Olympic debut, posted on social media just how excited she was to be in Paris.

Stephen Curry among Team USA debutants in Paris Olympics

The Paris Olympics will be the first for many young stars on Team USA like women's sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson . One of the older Olympians making their debut is 36-year-old two-time NBA MVP Steph Curry . The Golden State Warriors star is suiting up for Team USA men's basketball for the first time and reuniting with former teammate Kevin Durant .

Peyton Manning weighs in on Noah Lyles' nails

Team USA's top men's sprinter Noah Lyles is a favorite in the 100 and 200 meters in the Paris Olympics. During the Olympic trials, he raced with Yu-Gi-Oh cards in one of the more viral moments from the trials. He's making his mark in the Olympics with "ICON" painted on his nails and Peyton Manning complimented his attitude.

Team USA is off down the Seine

Team USA's contingent of nearly 600 athletes is making the trek down the famed Seine, which will take the Olympians past the Trocadero, the Austerlitz Bridge and many other culturally rich locations before arriving near the Eiffel Tower.

French anthem sung by Axelle Saint-Cirel

French mezzosoprano Axelle Saint-Cirel, wearing the colors of the French flag and holding an enormous Tricolore, sang a stunning rendition of France's national anthem, "La Marseillaise."

Saint-Cirel's singing would have been remarkable by itself, but the drama was elevated by the fact that she was on the very top of the Grand Palais the towering exhibition hall and museum along the Champs-Élysées.

Minions attempt, fail to join Olympics

The Minions, popular characters from the Despicable Me franchise, have blessed the opening ceremonies with a slapstick attempt at Olympic participation. The lesson? It turns out you can't do a javelin competition in a submarine.

Why the Minions? Illumination Studios Paris is the animation studio responsible for the mischievous yellow...creatures, and its headquarters is located mere blocks away from the Seine River.

Olympic Surfing will take place in Tahiti

The opening ceremonies have cut away from Paris entirely, switching to shots from the other side of the world in Tahiti.

Why? The Surfing competition at the 2024 Paris Games will take place many thousands of miles away from Paris, with Tahiti (the main island in French Polynesia, a semi-autonomous region governed by France) making a beautiful setting that just so happens to have the big waves required.

Why are Russia and Belarus not in the Paris Olympics?

Russia and Belarus are suspended by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) because of the ongoing war in Ukraine .

Has Paris hosted the Olympics before?

Paris has played host for the Summer Olympics twice, in 1900 and 1924.

As a country, France has hosted six Olympic Games (three summer, three winter). They will host the 2030 Winter Olympics as well, with the competition spread throughout the French Alps.

Metal band Gojira draws rave reviews

The remarkable musical portion of the opening ceremonies continued with a Marie Antoinette-inspired performance from metal band Gojira .

As the Olympians floated by the Conciergerie on the Seine, Gojira took the celebration of this 33rd Olympics into a unique place. Following up a song from the famous musical Les Miserables, Gojira's segment involved a beheaded and singing Marie Antoinette, punishing guitar riffs, flamethrowers, and fireworks.

Opening ceremony makes Assassin's Creed reference

The opening ceremony made multiple references to Assassin's Creed, one of the most successful video game franchises in the world. The franchise has sold more than 200 million copies since November 2007 and is developed by French publisher Ubisoft.

'Crazy idea': How Paris secured its Olympics opening ceremony

Lady Gaga performs "Mon Truc En Plumes" in opening ceremony

The Oscar- and Grammy-award winning musician led a performance of French musician Zizi Jeanmaire's iconic song along the Seine River.

How many countries are in the Olympics?

There are 206 total countries, including the Refugee Olympic Team.

What number Olympics is the 2024 Games?

The Paris Olympics are the 33rd edition of the modern Summer Games. There have been 24 Winter Games events, most recently in Beijing in 2022, bringing the total to 55 combined Olympic Games.

Peyton Manning and Kelly Clarkson make Olympic debut

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning and Kelly Clarkson joined Olympics host Mike Tirico for NBC's broadcast for the opening ceremony. Their debut was met with mixed response , including from social media.

'A lot to be desired': Peyton Manning, Kelly Clarkson should have been benched as opening ceremony co-hosts

Why is Greece first in the Parade of Nations?

Greece - considered the birthplace of the Olympic Games - has gone first in the Parade of Nations since 1928.

How many spectators are at the opening ceremony?

According to Olympic officials, 320,000 spectators are spread out in 124 grandstands along the river.

When is Team USA's first event?

Team USA athletes have already started competition, beginning with rugby sevens on Wednesday with a 12-12 tie against host France.

Team USA is back in action after the opening ceremony starting with mixed doubles competition in badminton. Americans Vinson Chiu and Jennie Gai take on China's Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping starting at 2:30 a.m. ET.

How many boats are in the opening ceremony?

The Paris Olympics marks the first opening ceremony to be held outside of a stadium. Thousands of athletes are riding on 85 boats for the ceremony.

Steven Spielberg kicks off primetime

The Oscar-winning director started off the broadcast with a montage of incredible moments and tributes to the host city, Paris.

Paris Olympics opening ceremony in primetime

NBC will replay the opening ceremony in primetime on the East Coast, starting at 7:30 p.m.

Paris Olympics 2024: How to watch the Summer Games across TV and streaming

Every event at the 2024 Paris Olympics will be aired live across NBC, USA Network, E!, CNBC, GOLF Channel, and there will be a Spanish broadcast on Universo and Telemundo. All events will be available to stream live on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com.

Date: July 24-Aug. 11

TV: Games broadcast across NBC, USA Network, E!, Telemundo, Universo, CNBC and Golf Channel

Streaming: Peacock , nbcolympics.com, fuboTV

How to watch: Catch all the 2024 Paris Olympic Games action with a subscription to Peacock

Team USA flag bearers

Team USA selected four-time Olympian  LeBron James  as  the male flag bearer for the opening ceremony . He is the first men's basketball player to serve as a flag bearer and the third basketball player overall after women's basketball team members Sue Bird (2020) and Dawn Staley (2004).

Three years after missing the Olympic Games in Tokyo  because of a positive COVID-19 test , tennis star  Coco Gauff is the female flag bearer for Team USA . She's the first tennis player to have that honor.

Where is the opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympic Games?

The opening ceremony for the Paris Olympic Games will be held in downtown Paris on the Seine river. The parade of nations will bring athletes down the river before stopping at Trocadéro Palace to finish off the ceremony.

How long is the opening ceremony?

The opening ceremony is scheduled for four hours of broadcast time, both live and in primetime coverage.

2024 Olympics schedule

The 2024 Olympic Games began on July 24 and finish with the closing ceremony on Aug. 11. Check  USA TODAY's Olympics schedule  for a daily event times and viewing options.

How many athletes are in the opening ceremony?

An estimated 10,500 athletes are competing in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games but not all of them will be in the Parade of Nations. Paris Olympics officials estimate 6,800 athletes are attending the ceremony.

Smallest countries in the opening ceremony

Tuvalu is the smallest country by estimated population in the Parade of Nations. The Polynesian island nation has an estimated population of 11,312 people as of 2022 and has two athletes in the Paris Olympics: Karalo Maibuca (men's 100 meters) and Temalini Manatoa (women's 100 meters).

Pacific island nation Nauru is close behind with one athlete - men's 100 meters athlete Winzar Kakiouea - and an estimated population of 12,668 as of 2022.

Monaco is the smallest country by size (0.8 square miles) and has six athletes in the Paris Olympics:

• Marie-Charlotte Gastaud, women's 100 meters
• Marvin Gadeau, men's +100 kg judo
• Quentin Antognelli, men's single sculls rowing
• Théo Druenne, men's 800-meter freestyle
• Lisa Pou, women's 10 km open water swimming
• Yang Xiaoxon, women's singles table tennis

How many events are in the Paris Olympics?

There are 339 events across 32 different sports in this year's Summer Games. Team USA is competing in 31 out of 32 sports; U.S. athletes are not competing in team handball.

Which country has the most athletes at the Paris Olympics?

The U.S. has the most athletes at the games with 592.

Parade of Nations order

The Parade of Nations order is set alphabetically in the host nation's language, hence why some countries are higher than expected. For example, Spain is earlier in the order than expected because the French word for Spain is Espagne.

Future host nations are at the end of the Parade of Nations as well. Australia will host the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane and the U.S. will host the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, so both countries are at the end of the parade ahead of this year's host France.

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“I love seeing moments made…We didn’t get to experience any of this in 2021, so this is a moment I want to enjoy. L.A. [2028] is not promised so take it in now.” – Team USA track & field athlete Noah Lyles

“You hear about that tunnel before a football or basketball game, but I’d argue this is the coolest tunnel of all time. Being on a boat on the River Seine, headed toward the Eiffel Tower, to start the Olympics? I don’t know how you beat that.” – NBC Olympics Opening Ceremony Co-Host Peyton Manning

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STAMFORD, Conn. – July 26, 2024 – NBCUniversal will showcase the unprecedented spectacle of the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics with its primetime presentation tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock , featuring extended interviews with Team USA and new elements, as well as Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg’s opening film, “Land of Stories,” and other surprises.

Emmy Award-winning talk show host and Grammy Award-winning artist Kelly Clarkson and Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and two-time Super Bowl champion Peyton Manning join two-time Sports Emmy Award-winner and NBC Olympics primetime host Mike Tirico in hosting the Opening Ceremony, while TODAY Show hosts Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb as well as NBC Sports’ Maria Taylor and Snoop Dogg conduct interviews and provide commentary along the route. Melissa Stark conducts interviews on the red carpet.

Tonight’s presentation also includes performances from Grammy Award-winning artists Celine Dion and Lady Gaga .

Following are highlights from today’s coverage of the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony on NBC and Peacock:

Mike Tirico : “It is 6 p.m. [Paris time] in the City of Light on this Friday evening, the perfect setting for a spectacle as anticipated and audacious as any in the long history of this world capital. It is the opening night of the Paris Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad. It will not look like any Opening Ceremony of years past. Forget just a stadium, forget what you’ve seen before – this Ceremony is being staged all across Paris and along the Seine River, which runs through its heart…An extraordinarily ambitious concept by the organizers that has raised the degree of difficulty but also raised the stakes for a potentially unforgettable night to start these Olympic Games.”

Peyton Manning on the athletes’ experience at the Opening Ceremony along the River Seine : “It’s great to see these athletes taking it all in, every moment of this boat ride. It’s something they’ll always remember. It’s unlike any pregame moment I’ve ever been a part of. You hear about that tunnel before a football or basketball game, but I’d argue this is the coolest tunnel of all time. Being on a boat on the River Seine, headed toward the Eiffel Tower, to start the Olympics? I don’t know how you beat that.”

Noah Lyles to Maria Taylor on Team USA’s boat : “I love seeing moments made. That’s what I like to do as a performer and just seeing all the Olympians, knowing how much care and hard work went into this. We didn’t get to experience any of this in 2021, so this is a moment I want to enjoy. L.A. [2028] is not promised so take it in now.”

Kelly Clarkson on Celine Dion’s performance : “To have that moment. She’s a vocal athlete. She’s incredible…In my field, she is the gold [medal] winner for vocal athletes.”

Tirico closing the Opening Ceremony : “The Opening Ceremony has gotten this thing off to a flying start. The 2024 Games promised unique, promised different, and the beginning has been just that, and with the Opening Ceremony behind us and the Games officially open, we’re now turning our attention to a blockbuster opening weekend of these Paris Olympics.”

Manning as Opening Ceremony concludes : “You can see the emotion on their faces and how much pride they have in representing their country. I went to the Olympics in Atlanta in 1996 as a college student, never got to participate as an American football player, always wanted to, so to be a small part of the Opening Ceremony here in Paris has been a great thrill for me.”

Savannah Guthrie on Paris : “Absolutely beautiful. Paris in any weather still beats just about anywhere in the world.”

Manning on the emotions of the Opening Ceremony : “It’s such an emotional moment. For many of the athletes, just the fact that they’re here tonight makes this moment even more special. They truly are Olympians; this moment solidifies that. They can share this moment with their friends and family, unlike past Olympics where friends and family weren’t allowed.”

Manning on the energy of the ceremony : “It’s got a little Mardi Gras feeling to it…It’s a party on the Seine. People are having a good time… I just love how fired up all the athletes are. The rain’s not doing one thing to them.”

LeBron James to Taylor on being a Team USA flagbearer : “It’s an honor. It goes back all the way to my hometown and all of our communities. For myself and Coco ( Gauff ), for us to be able to represent our countries, us being Black kids as well and represent our culture and where we come from, it gives everybody so much hope and that’s all we can ask for. We take it with the utmost responsibility and honor.”

Coco Gauff on being a Team USA flagbearer : “It means a lot to me to be here and represent Team USA and be with the GOAT, LeBron James. I’m so excited and can’t wait to do well in the Games.”

Stephen Curry to Taylor on being a first-time Olympian : “To be here and experience it for myself, I’m a true fan out here. No matter what you experience in your career, there’s something very humbling about it. The gratitude flows when you know you’re an Olympic athlete and being on this boat with the rest of the American athletes. I’m excited to be here.”

Manning on the rainy weather : “I just love how the athletes are having a great time. The rain is not dampening their spirits. I played in a Super Bowl in the rain. It’s not how you see it in your dreams, but it doesn’t take away from the moment. They’re all having a great time and they also have to go out and perform in the Olympics starting tomorrow. The balance of those emotions, that’s impressive to see.”

Manning on Irish golfer Shane Lowry : “This is Irish golf weather right here. I promise you Shane is feeling right at home. He’s definitely got a cold beverage on that boat somewhere.”

Clarkson on the fashion runway : “Everyone is included at this table. It doesn’t matter who you are. They represent all ages, all ethnicities, everything is represented on that runway, and I think that’s so important that Paris did that.”

Manning reacting to the Canadian soccer team using a drone to watch opposition practice : “A little ‘Spygate’ in soccer in the Olympics.”

Manning on wearing a quarterback wristband for the Opening Ceremony : “I have notes on all 200 countries, all 10,000 athletes.” Tirico : “That’s just Peyton Manning being Peyton Manning.”

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