Olympics
"Citius, Altius, Fortius"
The motto of the Olympics is "Citius, Altius, Fortius," which is Latin for "Faster, Higher, Stronger." This motto was proposed by Pierre de Coubertin.
What are the Olympic Games?
The Olympic Games are the world's only truly global, multi-sport, celebratory athletics competition. The Olympics are where the world comes to compete, feel inspired and be together.
Who was Pierre de Coubertin?
Pierre de Coubertin was the founder of the modern Olympic Games. Inspired by the ancient Olympic Games held in Olympia, Greece, which ended in 393 AD, Frenchman Pierre de Coubertin decided to pursue his project to revive the Olympic Games.
Who is Alexandra de Navacelle de Coubertin?
Great-great-grandniece Alexandra de Navacelle de Coubertin is the current president of the Family Association and officially represents the Coubertin family at the IOC.
Where are the 2024 Summer Olympics?
Paris will host the Summer Olympics for the third time in 2024, having previously hosted in 1900 and 1924. The Stade de France in Saint-Denis, the country's largest stadium, will serve as the Olympic Stadium. Teahupo'o, on the French Polynesian island of Tahiti, will host the two-day surfing competition, 9765 miles from Paris.
When is the Paris 2024 Olympics?
The 2024 Paris Olympics will take place from Fri, Jul 26, 2024 – Sun, Aug 11, 2024.
What is the mascot of the France Olympics?
The mascots of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are Phrygian caps. The Phrygian cap or liberty cap is a soft conical cap with the apex bent over. These two red mascots symbolise freedom and revolution. They will accompany the public to the Paris 2024 Games.
When is the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics?
The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics will take place July 26 in the heart of Paris along the Seine River.
What is the motto of the 2024 Summer Olympics?
The motto of the 2024 Paris Olympics is "Games Wide Open" (In French: Ouvrons grand les Jeux).
How many athletes and countries will participate in the 2024 Summer Olympics?
At the Olympic Summer Games in Paris in 2024, around 10,500 athletes from 206 countries and the IOC Refugee Olympic Team will compete.
Which sports will be new at the 2024 Summer Olympics?
The 2024 Paris Olympics will introduce four sports unique to Paris: breaking, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing. Breakdancing, an energetic dance form that includes artistic footwork and athletic moves, will make its debut as an Olympic event.
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