Is cricket entering Olympics 2028, 10 Unknown facts of 2024 Paris Olympics also!!!!

Cricket's Comeback in the Olympics 2028

After 128 years, cricket is finally making a return to the Olympic Games at Los Angeles 2028. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has approved T20 cricket for both men’s and women’s competitions. The decision aims to expand the global appeal of the sport, given cricket's immense popularity in countries like India, Australia, England, and South Africa. This inclusion marks a historic moment, as cricket was last played in the 1900 Paris Olympics.

10 Lesser-Known Facts about 2024 Olympics 

The Paris 2024 Olympics, set to take place from July 26 to August 11, promise to be unique in many ways. Here are ten intriguing facts:

1. Historic Gender Equality: For the first time, the Olympics will have an equal number of male and female athletes, making it the most gender-balanced Games in history.

2. Opening Ceremony on the Seine River: Unlike traditional stadium openings, Paris 2024 will have a floating opening ceremony along the Seine River, with athletes parading on boats.

3. 100 Years Since Paris Last Hosted: The Games return to Paris exactly a century after it last hosted in 1924, making it the second city (after London) to host three times.

4. Breaking (Breakdancing) Debut: Paris 2024 will introduce breaking as an official Olympic sport, appealing to younger audiences worldwide.

5. Sustainable Olympics: Around 95% of the venues will be existing or temporary structures, and the event aims to cut carbon emissions by 50%.

6. Iconic Venues for Sports: Events like beach volleyball will take place under the Eiffel Tower, and equestrian events will be held at the Palace of Versailles.

7. Unique Olympic Mascots: The ‘Phryges’ are the first mascot duo, inspired by Phrygian caps, symbolizing freedom and revolution in France.

8. Public Marathon Participation: For the first time, amateur runners can compete in a marathon event on the same route as Olympic athletes.

9. Focus on Youth Engagement: Urban sports like skateboarding and sport climbing return to attract younger audiences.

10. French Artistic Influence: A special track composed by Woodkid was played during the handover from Tokyo 2020 to Paris 2024, showcasing France’s cultural heritage.