2024 Paris Olympic flame arrives in Greece, embarks on first-ever sea journey to France.
The Olympic flame for Paris 2024 began its journey from Greece, arriving at the French port of Piraeus on a three-masted ship. This marks the first time that the Olympic Flame has been transported by sea. The flame will cross the Mediterranean Sea before reaching Marseille on May 8 to initiate the second leg of the torch relay. The Greek leg of the torch relay commenced on April 16 from Ancient Olympia, where the flame was ignited next to the stadium where ancient athletes competed. The flame will travel across France, including its overseas territories, before arriving at the Opening Ceremony on 26 July.
April 26, 2024
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