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Your Guide To The Paris Summer Olympics 2024 & Where To Watch In Hong Kong
Key Dates & Where & Who To Watch
2024 Jul 26 - 2024 Aug 11
Welcome to the ultimate viewer’s guide for the Paris Olympics 2024 from Hong Kong! As the world’s premier sporting event returns to the romantic and historic city of Paris, excitement and anticipation are building for what promises to be an unforgettable spectacle. This guide provides all the essential information you need, on where to watch the games in Hong Kong and who will be competing from our beloved territory.
From key dates and must-watch events to tips on navigating venues and maximizing your viewing experience, we have everything to help you prepare for the Olympics. Learn about the new sports introduced this year, the venues that hold historical significance, and the athletes who are poised to make headlines. Whether you are a die-hard sports fan or a casual observer, this guide will ensure you capture every thrilling moment of the Paris Olympics 2024. Let’s dive into the excitement and make the most of this global celebration of sport and unity!
Paris is 6 hours behind Hong Kong – all timings in this guide refer to Hong Kong time.
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Where To Watch The Olympics 2024 In Hong Kong
Free To Watch On TV In Hong KongThe Hong Kong government has just announced that all Olympic games will be broadcast on public TV channels RTHK, TVB, ViuTv and HOY TV - which means we can watch everything for free! Otherwise, just head to your closest local sports bar. We will be updating the latter guide soon with more specific information about the Olympics 2024.
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Key Dates for the Paris Olympics 2024
From The Opening To Closing CeremoniesThe Paris Olympics 2024 are set to be a spectacular event, running from July 26 to August 11, 2024. Here are the key dates and highlights to mark on your calendar:
- July 26, 2024 at 11:30pm: Opening Ceremony
- For the first time in the history of the Summer Olympics, the Opening Ceremony will take place outside the traditional stadium setting. Paris 2024 is reimagining how the games interact with the city, and this innovative approach extends to the Opening Ceremony, which will unfold along the city's iconic Seine River. In an unprecedented move, the athlete's parade will transform into a dynamic river procession. Each national delegation will be aboard its own boat, complete with onboard cameras to provide television and online audiences with a close-up view of the athletes. This flotilla will navigate a 6-kilometer route from east to west through the heart of Paris. As the 10,500 athletes sail through the city, they will showcase their skills against the backdrop of Paris's stunning urban landscape, setting the stage for the 16 days of competition to follow. The procession will culminate at the Trocadéro, where the Olympic protocol will conclude with final ceremonious displays and shows. It is estimated that 1 billion viewers worldwide will tune in to watch the live show.
- July 27, 2024: Competition Begins
- Sporting events kick off in earnest across various venues. Click here for the full schedule.
- August 10, 2024: Athletics Finals and Other Key Events
- One of the busiest days for finals in athletics and other popular sports, drawing large viewership.
- August 11, 2024: Closing Ceremony
- The Olympics conclude with the Closing Ceremony at the Stade de France. This event celebrates the achievements of athletes and hands over to the next host city.
- July 26, 2024 at 11:30pm: Opening Ceremony
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Key Athletes From Hong Kong To Watch
Support Our Local Athletes!As of March 26, 2024, athletes in 5 sports categories - cycling, sailing, swimming, windsurfing and table tennis have qualified in 15 events for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Athletes to look out for so far are Siobhan Haughey, Cindy Cheung Sum-yuet, Ian Ho Yentou and Nicholas Bezy Halliday.
Stay tuned for more!
Where To Find It:
- Paris Olympics 2024
- https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024
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