Around 500,000 people crowded the streets of Paris, France, Saturday (3/8/2024) to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics cycling race. According to the organizers, the large crowd of spectators is proof of the public's enthusiasm for the sporting event. This cycling race brings together cyclists who race fast through several streets with beautiful views in Paris, including the famous Montmartre hill, while the start and finish lines are in front of the Eiffel Tower.
One photo circulating on social media shows the crowd of spectators on Rue Lepic, Montmartre, compared to the famous painting of the spirit of the people in 1878 by master Claude Monet. "I don't know if it's an Olympic record, but there were 500,000 people along the route," Paris 2024 Olympic spokeswoman Anne Descamps told reporters, as quoted by the AFP news agency on Sunday (4/8/2024). The figure was obtained from the Paris police department's calculations.
This moment was also called a national pride because it was considered to trigger enthusiasm for the Olympics. Le Monde newspaper reported on Sunday that the enthusiasm on the streets of Paris was extraordinary. "Since the opening ceremony, the French people have wanted to participate, far from the image of a divided society," he wrote.
The location of the "fan zone" around the city was also often full. Thousands of people cheered on their local favorite athletes such as swimmer Leon Marchand and judoka Teddy Riner. The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics on July 26, 2024, was watched by an estimated 23.2 million to 23.4 million people live on France 2. That is about a third of the French population, making it one of the most watched events in the history of the multi-ethnic country.
However, the build-up to the Paris Olympics has been dogged by security concerns, with France on the highest level of alert for terror attacks. There have also been complaints about disruption to everyday life in Paris. Many parts of Paris have remained deserted amid the hustle and bustle of the Olympics, with residents opting to go on summer vacations rather than watch sports.
Paris, a city renowned for its beauty and charm, has just witnessed history with 500,000 people filling the streets to watch the Olympic Cycling Race. The enthusiasm of the citizens and tourists reflected their love for sports and the Olympic spirit.
The presence of half a million spectators on the streets of Paris not only showed their incredible support for the athletes, but also illustrated how great the influence of sports can bring people from different backgrounds together. The festive atmosphere, the cheers of the spectators, and the beautiful scenery of the city of Paris were the perfect backdrop for this exciting competition.
This event was not just a competition, but also a celebration of togetherness and the spirit of sportsmanship. With the full support of the spectators, the athletes were given extra motivation to give their best performance. The spectators also took home sweet memories of unforgettable adrenaline-filled moments.
The Olympic Cycling Race in Paris once again demonstrated that sports have an incredible power to unite and inspire. May this spirit live on and inspire future generations to continue participating and celebrating the wonder of sport.
See you at the next sporting event, where we will gather again to celebrate courage, perseverance, and the true spirit of competition. Viva la France, and may the Olympic spirit always burn in our hearts!
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