The Paris 2024 officially begins with an opening ceremony across the River Seine.
Chaos reigned in Paris 2024 opening ceremony as attendees faced lengthy queues, ticketing problems, and a lack of security. / Photo: Reuters
Athletes and spectators alike are expressing frustration with the event's management, as concerns grow over the safety and experience of those involved.Thousands of spectators faced significant delays and frustrations at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony due to long queues and ticketing issues, with some gates opening two hours late.
However, the match was marred by unprecedented disturbances. Minutes before the final whistle, Moroccan fans stormed the pitch in protest of a late Argentine goal, hurling projectiles onto the field. France's high-speed rail network was thrown into chaos after a series of coordinated arson attacks targeting the infrastructure of state-owned rail company SNCF.
In response to these issues, the British Olympic Association has taken the extraordinary step of hiring an additional chef to prepare meals at a separate facility.
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