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'Why defile it?' Parisians divided over Olympic ring plan for Eiffel Tower

BBC News Monday, 2 September 2024 ()
'Why defile it?' Parisians divided over Olympic ring plan for Eiffel TowerParis mayor Anne Hidalgo says she wants the rings to stay on the iconic monument indefinitely.
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Anne Hidalgo Anne Hidalgo Mayor of Paris since 2014

2024 Olympics: Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo looking forward to the Games' '20 years of heritage' [Video]

2024 Olympics: Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo looking forward to the Games' '20 years of heritage'

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Olympics pre-race triathlon event in Seine River cancelled over water quality concerns [Video]

Olympics pre-race triathlon event in Seine River cancelled over water quality concerns

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo took a famous dip in the river less than two weeks before Olympic events were set to start, hoping to prove that the infamously polluted waterway was clean enough to host swimming competitions.

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WATCH: Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo swims in Seine before Olympics [Video]

WATCH: Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo swims in Seine before Olympics

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo and a top Olympic official swam in the Seine River on Wednesday amid water quality concerns ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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Paris Mayor swims in Seine river but will it really be clean enough to host Olympic events? [Video]

Paris Mayor swims in Seine river but will it really be clean enough to host Olympic events?

Anne Hidalgo took a dip in the long-polluted Seine River to show that Paris' river is clean and safe.

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GB's Peacock finishes fifth in 100m final

Great Britain's Jonnie Peacock fades in the final 50 metres to finish fifth in the men's T64 100m final in Paris.
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GB's Ellis and Richter win triathlon golds in Paris

Great Britain's Dave Ellis and Megan Richter win Paralympic triathlon gold in the men's PTVI and women's PTS4 events, as the GB team earn five medals
BBC Sport

GB win Paralympic triathlon, boccia and swimming golds - round-up

Triathlete Dave Ellis opens Great Britain's medal account on day five of the Paralympics, taking gold in the men's PTVI event in Paris.
BBC Sport

Ellis wins GB's first Paralympic gold of day five

Triathlete Dave Ellis opens Great Britain's medal account on day five of the Paralympics, taking gold in the men's PTVI event in Paris.
BBC Sport

Eiffel Tower Eiffel Tower Tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France

Paris mayor wants Eiffel Tower to keep Olympic rings after Games [Video]

Paris mayor wants Eiffel Tower to keep Olympic rings after Games

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Olympics With Oneindia: Champs-Élysées, The Olympic Venue You Didn't Expect | Exclusive Tour [Video]

Olympics With Oneindia: Champs-Élysées, The Olympic Venue You Didn't Expect | Exclusive Tour

The Avenue des Champs-Élysées, renowned as one of the world's most beautiful avenues, sees a surge in tourism during the Paris Olympics. Located within walking distance of five Olympic venues, it becomes a central hub for visitors. With a flagship Olympic store and stunning views of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées rivals the Eiffel Tower as the top tourist destination, showcasing Paris's vibrant Olympic spirit. #VineshPhogat #ParisOlympics #EiffelTower #ChampsElysees #OlympicsWithOneindia #Oneindia #Oneindianews

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Paris Olympics 2024: Fans Flood Champions Park, Soaking Up the Magic of the Paris Olympic | Watch [Video]

Paris Olympics 2024: Fans Flood Champions Park, Soaking Up the Magic of the Paris Olympic | Watch

At the Paris Olympics, athletes celebrated their victories with medals in hand and the Eiffel Tower in the background, engaging in chants, dances, and emotional moments. For the first time, Summer Games organisers created a special area for athletes to celebrate and interact with fans, a move that was warmly received. #Paris2024 #Olympics2024 #ParisOlympicsFanPark #ParisOlympicsChampionPark #ParisOlympics #OlympicGames #SportsExcellence #AthleticDreams #GlobalUnity #Paris2024Coverage #OlympicMoments #Paris2024Events #WorldStage #OlympicHeroes #GameOnParis #ParisAthletes #UnforgettableOlympics ~PR.152~ED.155~HT.334~

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2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: Lady Gaga & Céline Dion Perform, Athletes Sail Down the River Seine | THR News Video [Video]

2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony: Lady Gaga & Céline Dion Perform, Athletes Sail Down the River Seine | THR News Video

Lady Gaga dazzles amidst pink poms and welcomes us to Paris, while Celine Dion stuns us all with a majestic performance under the Eiffel tower and teams from countries across the world make their entrance sailing down the River Seine. The 2024 Paris Olympics are officially underway and kicked off the global event with an epic opening ceremony. This is the first time the Olympics opening ceremony was not held inside a stadium but rather outside in front of iconic Parisian landmarks.

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Paris Olympic 2024: Stunning Night Visuals of Eiffel Tower Go Viral Ahead of Grand Opening Ceremony [Video]

Paris Olympic 2024: Stunning Night Visuals of Eiffel Tower Go Viral Ahead of Grand Opening Ceremony

Witness the breathtaking night visuals of the Eiffel Tower adorned with Olympic rings, capturing global attention ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics Grand Opening Ceremony. The city of lights sparkled as the world prepares for the grand event starting today, July 26, with over 10,000 athletes participating until August 11. Indian star badminton player PV Sindhu leads a team of 117 athletes at the opening ceremony. Don't miss the stunning video shared by the Olympic authorities, showcasing the Moon's alignment with the five rings of the Eiffel Tower. #Paris2024 #EiffelTower #OlympicRings #GrandOpeningCeremony #ParisOlympics #PV Sindhu #ViralVisuals #Olympics2024 #EiffelSparkles #OlympicGames ~PR.274~ED.101~HT.334~

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Grael to become first female SailGP driver

Two-time Olympic gold medallist Martina Grael becomes the first female SailGP driver.
BBC Sport
AFI President Anju Bobby George Unveils Vision for Indian Sports: Khelo India, Olympics and More [Video]

AFI President Anju Bobby George Unveils Vision for Indian Sports: Khelo India, Olympics and More

In an exclusive interview, AFI President Anju Bobby George reveals her dynamic vision for the future of Indian sports. George discusses the transformative impact of the Khelo India initiative, her aspirations for Indian athletes at the Olympics, and plans for developing world-class facilities like the Kanteerva Stadium. Her insights shed light on the strategic advancements aimed at elevating India's position on the global sports stage and fostering a new generation of champions. Discover how George's leadership is set to shape the future of athletics in India. #AnjuBobbyGeorge #AFI #IndianSports #KheloIndia #Olympics #SportsDevelopment #KanteervaStadium #Athletics #SportsLeadership #IndianAthletes #SportsFuture #AthleticsIndia #SportsVision #NationalSports #SportsRevolution ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~

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