Olympic Athletes Arrive in Paris Ahead of Opening Ceremony

As the highly anticipated Paris 2024 Olympics inch closer, athletes and support staff have started arriving at Paris airports, getting ready for the opening ceremony this Friday. For some, this moment represents the culmination of years of hard work, determination, and dedication.

Among the notable athletes is Maria Luisa Doig Calderon, a Peruvian fencer who will proudly carry her country’s flag at the opening ceremony. With over 28 years of experience in her sport, Calderon is no stranger to the Olympic stage, having competed in her first two Olympiads.

“We train so much for this. It’s a dream come true of course. So, yeah, this is going to be my third Olympic Games and I’m so excited to just begin,” Calderon exclaimed during an interview.

Meanwhile, British athlete Kirsty Gilmour, an experienced badminton player, has shared her strategies for managing pressure while waiting for her first match. “I brought my pillow from home. I brought a little candle from home. Just to try and make it feel a bit more homelike and not a separate, very strict Olympic Village, so try and make it a little bit comfy,” Gilmour said, attempting to maintain a sense of normalcy within the Olympic village.

The Paris 2024 Olympics will mark a significant first as the opening ceremony will take place outside of a stadium for the first time ever. With the excitement building up among athletes and fans alike, it’s poised to be an unforgettable experience.

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