Paris turned the page on history this week, hosting its first Summer Olympics in 100 years with a jaw-dropping Opening Ceremony along the iconic River Seine—rain and all! French President Emmanuel Macron officially declared the Games open, setting the stage for a glittering torch-lighting by icons Teddy Riner (judo legend) and Marie-José Perec (sprinting superstar).
In a move straight out of a Netflix travel special, over 6,800 athletes sailed down a 6-kilometer stretch of the Seine on 85 boats, the first time an Olympic opener wasn't held in a stadium. From the Eiffel Tower’s glow to crowds cheering like it was Coachella, it was a vibe.
International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach hailed the event for its 'inclusive, urban, and sustainable' spirit, noting it’s the first Games with full gender parity among athletes. Han Zheng, Chinese Vice President and Special Representative of President Xi Jinping, added star power to the VIP lineup.
With Paris blending centuries-old charm and Gen-Z energy, these Games are already breaking the internet. Will they break records next? Let the games begin!
French President Emmanuel Macron officially declared the Games open, setting the stage for a glittering torch-lighting by icons Teddy Riner (judo legend) and Marie-José Perec (sprinting superstar). 
Han Zheng, Chinese Vice President and Special Representative of President Xi Jinping, added star power to the VIP lineup.
Will they break records next? Let the games begin!
