500,000 spectators to line route at Paris Olympics opening parade
Daily Mirror UK|March 08, 2024
THE French government has revealed plans for the biggest opening ceremony in Olympic history, taking place on July 26.
JEREMY ARMSTRONG
500,000 spectators to line route at Paris Olympics opening parade

A flotilla of 180 boats - 94 carrying athletes will cruise 3.7 miles down the River Seine in Paris, cheered by 500,000 spectators.

It is the first time that an opening ceremony will not be in a stadium.

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