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Higher, Stronger…Slower? Why the Paris Olympic Pool Has a Problem The Paris Games has produced a surprising lack of world records so far. Some think it may be because the pool is unusually shallow The pool constructed on the customary site of a rugby pitch measures 2.2 meters deep. At recent Olympics, the pool has always been around 3 meters deep—a difference of nearly 3 feet. To understand why that matters, it’s important to remember that swimming isn’t just a dynamic exercise. It’s also an exercise in fluid dynamics. Every movement swimmers make with their hands and feet creates small waves that rebound off the bottom of the pool. No movement has more potential for waves than swimmers’ initial dive into the water. The shallower the pool, the more those waves ricochet back to the swimmers on the surface, creating a more turbulent aquatic environment that isn’t conducive to top speeds. In the future, pools as shallow as the one at these Games won’t be allowed. World Aquatics enacted a minimum depth of 2.5 meters for swimming and water polo in January 2023. When Paris had its bid accepted for the Olympics in 2017 and the swimming facility was approved, regulations allowed for a pool of 2.2 meters.

🏅 🏆 With the Paris 2024 #Olympics drawing closer, YouGov has analyzed data from Global Fan Profiles to see which sports viewers are most likely to follow once the games begin. In the US, swimming is most popular, with 23% of Americans saying that they watch or follow the sport. 👉 Discover which other #Summer Olympics #sports #Americans are likely to watch: https://lnkd.in/e2fgH3hA 

The Gulf in Paris 2024 Ticket Prices While the organizers of the Paris Olympics have set out to make them the “People’s Games”, the availability of affordable tickets has been a topic of discussion in the run-up to the games. Here is a huge gulf in ticket prices for the Olympics, with the most expensive tickets for the finals in Athletics, Swimming and Basketball priced at €980, which is more than 40 times the price of the cheapest tickets available for each sport. At the other end of the scale, some events top out at €24, which mostly applies to outdoor events that can also be watched for free along public roads, along the Seine, or – if you happen to be in Tahiti – at the famous Teahupo’o wave. According to the organizing committee, one million tickets were priced at €24, while almost half of the 10 million available tickets were priced at €50 or less. #olympicgames #paris #sports #tickets #prices #people

The 2024 Paris Olympics are shaping up to be a truly remarkable event, showcasing a blend of sports against the stunning backdrop of Paris' iconic landmarks. From Equestrian events at Château de Versailles to urban sports at Place de la Concorde, spectators are in for a treat. However, the availability and affordability of tickets have sparked discussions. An analysis reveals a significant gap in ticket prices for various Olympic events, with finals in Athletics, Swimming, and Basketball priced at €980, contrasting the cheapest tickets at €24. While some events come with a hefty price tag, it's worth noting that these high prices enable the availability of low-cost tickets. Organizers have made a million tickets available at €24, with almost half of the 10 million tickets priced at €50 or less. #ParisOlympics #TicketPricing #SportsEvents #Olympics2024

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The Olympic program has come a long way since its inception in 1896. Croquet and tug-of-war were once Olympic sports, with croquet making its only appearance in 1900 and tug-of-war returning five more times until 1920. As the world changes, so does the Olympic program. This year, two sports make their Olympic debuts, while several others are making a comeback. Host countries can now nominate one-off events that "enhance the popularity of the Games," ensuring that the program remains fresh and exciting. Celebrate the diversity and evolution of the Olympic program, and keep cheering on your favorite athletes as they strive to be faster, higher, stronger, and yes, even floatier.🏅🌊 #olympics #newsport #oldsport #staypositive #happylaw

The Paris Olympics organizers aim to make it the "People's Games," with affordable ticket availability sparking discussions in the lead-up to the event. While €24 tickets were offered for every sport, they were limited to early competition stages, requiring fans to pay significantly more for a glimpse of medal ceremonies at most events. There is a significant ticket price gap for the Olympics, with final tickets in Athletics, Swimming, and Basketball priced at €980 – over 40 times the cost of the cheapest options for each sport. On the flip side, some events max out at €24, mainly for outdoor events that can be viewed for free in public areas like roads, along the Seine, or in Tahiti at the renowned Teahupo’o wave. Criticism has arisen due to the steep prices of certain events; however, these high-cost tickets enable the availability of lower-priced tickets. The organizing committee highlights that out of the 10 million tickets, one million were priced at €24, while nearly half were €50 or less.

🏅 The Olympic Games Paris 2024 are just around the corner, and YouGov's latest analysis reveals fascinating insights into how fans plan to follow the games and their favorite sports. 📊 Based on data from Global Fan Profiles, we dive into the top sports enthusiasts will be tuning into starting July 26. In North America, swimming leads the pack, with 23% of Americans and 24% of Canadians following the sport. Artistic gymnastics and water-based sports like diving also rank high. The US favors basketball, while Canada leans towards hockey. In South America, soccer reigns supreme, especially in Brazil (37%) and Argentina (29%). Discover the full breakdown of the top five sports in major North and South American markets in our detailed analysis. 📈🌍 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g656iFbS #Olympics #Paris2024 #SportsAnalytics #GlobalFanProfiles #YouGov

The #Paris2024 Olympic Games have concluded after nearly three weeks of fierce competitions across various sports, involving over 10,500 athletes representing 206 countries worldwide. During these games, 17 athletes from 7 Arab countries won medals. Bahrain topped the list of Arab countries with with four medals (two gold, one silver, and one bronze), followed by Algeria with three medals (two gold and one bronze). Egypt and Tunisia each won three medals (one gold, one silver, and one bronze). Morocco earned two medals (one gold and one bronze), while Jordan secured a silver and Qatar a bronze. This marks the second time Bahrain has topped the list of Arab nations in the Olympic medal table, following the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games where it won three medals. The achievement of seven gold medals by Arab athletes in Paris 2024 is an exceptional milestone in the history of Arab participation in the Olympic Games, surpassed only by the five golds Arab athletes won in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Among the unprecedented achievements for Arabs in Paris 2024 are the gold medals won by Algerian champions Kaylia Nemour in gymnastics and Imane Khelif in boxing, as well as Egyptian athlete Ahmed Elgendy winning gold in the modern pentathlon and setting a new world record. #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #Olympics

🏆 It's Olympics Eve! 🌍 Although the opening ceremony isn't until Friday evening, the games in Paris get under way tomorrow, with football, rugby sevens, handball, archery and shooting all getting going before we see the athletes parade around with their flags. As well as the events we've come to expect at most Olympic Games, skateboarding, climbing and surfing will again be part of the action after their first inclusion at Tokyo in 2021, while breaking has been included for the very first time. Rugby and football aside, I'm most looking forward to watching plenty of sports I don't usually get the chance to see in non-Olympic years, and there's always at least one event in which I end up becoming heavily invested. In 2012, I was engrossed by the time-keeping controversy in the women's fencing semi-finals. In 2016, I was thrilled to see rugby return to the Olympics and Fiji win their first ever medal - a gold. Last time out, it was a much stranger experience due to COVID, and it was also tricky to watch too much because of the time difference, but I did enjoy watching the two forms of karate included as a one-off event. So, what will it be this year? With a much more favourable time difference, although I'll still have plenty of work to do, I'm sure plenty of events will be vying my attention, so you'll just have to watch this space to see what piques my interest over the next two and a half weeks. Are you a real Olympics-head like me? What sports are you most looking forward to watching? #LITranslators #Sport #Translation