As the countdown to the 2024 Summer Games in Paris continues, the city has marked a significant milestone by installing the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower, 50 days before the event’s commencement. The rings, made of recycled French steel, measure 29 meters in length and 13 meters in height, with each ring having a diameter of 9 meters. These will be illuminated every night with 100,000 LED bulbs through the Paralympic Games. The Eiffel Tower will serve as a prominent venue for the games, with beach volleyball competitions scheduled at its foot, and the opening ceremony featuring a boat parade on the Seine River and. Additionally, the Olympic and Paralympic medals will incorporate pieces of iron from the Eiffel Tower, symbolizing the connection between the iconic monument and the games.In the realm of athletics, the French Athletics Federation is optimistic about their athletes’ prospects at the European Championships in Rome. French athletes like Alice Finot and Kevin Mayer are expected to shine, with Mayer aiming for the Olympic qualifying standard in the decathlon. However, Norwegian athlete Grønstad experienced a setback, missing out on the 800m final, while Gesa Felicitas Krause of Germany is set to compete in the 3000m steeplechase final. The European Championships are a precursor to the Olympic Games, where athletes are looking to secure their spots and build momentum heading into Paris.
Key points
- The Olympic rings have been mounted on the Eiffel Tower, signaling the 50-day countdown to the 2024 Summer Games in Paris.
- French athletes are poised for a strong performance at the European Championships in Rome, with high hopes for medals.
- Norwegian athlete Grønstad missed the 800m final at the European Championships, while German Gesa Felicitas Krause will compete in the 3000m steeplechase final.
