With the Paris 2024 Olympics arriving soon, let’s put your memory to the test. Do you know the right answer to this question? Let us know in the comments section. #ContestAlert #Triviaquestions #Olympics2024 #TrulyIndianAndWorldclass

A fair amount of unqualified noise has surrounded #Paris2024 Olympics as "the most sustainable ever". As Mettle Capital always says... context is essential, both absolute and relative. 🥉 In absolute terms, #Paris2024 is edging towards the previous peaks before the 2022 Beijing Winter Games and 2020 Tokyo Summer Games although that is only just about net positive in terms of sentiment. 🥈 In relative terms, the Olympics trails the #NBA (basketball), is on par with #EUFA (European football), and outperforms #FIFA (world football). 🥇 So the answer is... the #Olympics is perceived as just about positive on sustainability but no more than previous games. Better than football but not as good as basketball. For more open sourced intelligence #OSINT like this, go to https://lnkd.in/eBEyh77A

Such an amazing bank of knowledge and insights to delve into around planning and running events large and small. Events should ensure people are connected across divides and have improved wellbeing as part of their legacy. It's not all about the party and needs planning and funding from the outset. #InvestingInHappiness #Wellbeing #LegacyOfEvents

"Amid torrential rain on July 26th, as boats paraded along the River Seine, Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach officially declared the Paris 2024 Olympics Games open. During two weeks of intense competition, Paris became the epicenter of global attention. Athletes from across the globe captivated spectators, while the cultural and historical landscape of Paris provided an iconic backdrop. Now that the Paris 2024 Olympic Games have drawn to a close, here are some key takeaways from the biggest sporting event in the world." Read more of this article by Charlotte Burg: https://lnkd.in/ew_qWq2N #ParisOlympics #ParisOlympics2024 #Olympics #olympics2024 #studentnewspaper #foreignaffairsreview #foreignaffairs #universityofstandrews #studentjournalism

With the conclusion of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, there is already much to reflect back on through a 2SLGBTQI lens. While there were many triumphs there were also some disappointments. Read our 2024 Paris Olympics reflections on inclusivity wins, and ways to do better in the future at https://lnkd.in/gMbe8QTT

Introducing "Sport. And More than Sport" - the innovative new Olympic brand platform that is set to revolutionize the sporting landscape as we know it. This initiative, launched by the IOC, aims to celebrate not only the physical prowess and competitive spirit of athletes, but also the deeper impact and meaning that sports have on individuals and societies around the world. Under the "Sport. And More than Sport" platform, the IOC seeks to highlight the transformative power of sports in promoting education, fostering unity and peace, and driving positive social change. By showcasing inspiring stories of athletes, coaches, and communities who have used sports as a tool for empowerment and progress, this platform aims to inspire and motivate people of all backgrounds to embrace the values of excellence, friendship, and respect. Together, let's celebrate "Sport. And More than Sport" and all the incredible stories that lie within it. #MoreThanSport #SportForAll

Following this week trend: #Paris2024 #Olympics What an interesting explanation from The Economist about the performance of countries in terms of medals won at the #Olympics in relation to their #GDP. This analysis provides insights into the resources and investments different countries allocate towards sports. Usually, countries with higher GDPs tend to win more medals due to better funding for training, facilities, and athletes development. However, there are some exceptions (like #Jamaica) where countries with smaller economies achieve impressive results! https://lnkd.in/ezTVHK4R

Did You Know? Manu Bhaker has scripted history by becoming the first Indian to win two medals at a single Olympics. #jo2024 #Paris2024 #joParis2024 #jo2024Paris #Paris2024 #OlympicDay #RoadToParis2024 #LetsMove #Paralympics #OlympicGames #Olympics #ParisOlympics

Who else has been looking forward to start of the 2024 Paris Olympics tomorrow? 🙌 The games are a global celebration of athletic prowess that brings together athletes, visitors, viewers from all corners of the earth through sport! But how are language gaps bridged in a global event? Swipe for three fun facts about languages at the Olympic Games! #Olympics #Languages #GlobalGames #Paris2024 #2024Olympics #roadtoparis2024 #OlympicDay #Paralympics #OlympicGames #ParisOlympics #OlympicSpirit #Olympics2024 International Olympic Committee – IOC Paris 2024 - Comité d'organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de 2024

Check out this insightful piece by Michael Papanek on the ways in which Generations For Peace USA shares Olympics values and promotes peace through sport.