The Paris 2024 Olympics have begun with grandeur, ushering in athletes from across the globe with an unforgettable opening ceremony. Here are some reasons to stay tuned as these Games unfold, offering not just sporting excellence but also unique rewards for the medallists.

The Opening Ceremony

The Paris Olympics kicked off with a breath-taking ceremony held for the first time outside a stadium. Athletes sailed down the River Seine on 85 barges and boats, creating a spectacular parade despite the pouring rain. The ceremony featured performances by Lady Gaga and Celine Dion, who made a stunning comeback despite her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome.

Highlights and Medal Standings

As of Day Two, Japan is leading the medal tally with four golds, followed closely by Australia, which has also secured four golds. The United States, while third in gold count, has amassed the highest total number of medals with twelve.

Current Medal Standings:

Medal-Winning Highlights

• Japan: Leading the standings, Japan has made a strong start, showing prowess across multiple disciplines.

• Australia: Grace Brown took gold in the Women's Individual Time Trial in cycling, and Ariarne Titmus won the Women's 400m Freestyle in swimming. The Women's 4x100m Freestyle team, consisting of Mollie O'Callaghan, Shayna Jack, Emma McKeon, and Meg Harris, also secured gold. Jess Fox added to the tally with a gold in Canoe Slalom K1.

Unique Rewards for Medallists

Winning an Olympic medal is not just about the honour and glory; it often comes with unique rewards, especially in Asia. Here are some standout incentives:

• Free Flights and Rail Passes: Indian athletes who medalled at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics received free flights for a year from IndiGo, with some even securing lifetime rail passes.

• Free Tea and Food: Malaysian athletes from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were offered a lifetime supply of teh tarik and food from a local restaurant chain.

• Six Tonnes of Rice: Japanese table tennis player Kasumi Ishikawa received 100 bags of rice, enough to last over a century, from the National Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Associations.

• Luxury and Essentials: Filipino weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz was awarded two houses and free fuel for life, among other rewards, for her gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

• Public Transport: Hong Kong’s Olympic medallists were given free access to public transport, along with luxury perks such as unlimited business class flights from Cathay Pacific.

• Military Service Exemption: South Korean athletes can receive exemptions from mandatory military service for winning an Olympic medal, a highly sought-after reward.

Stay Tuned

The Paris 2024 Olympics have started on a high note, with impressive performances and a captivating opening ceremony. These Games offer a blend of sportsmanship and unique cultural rewards. 

Stay tuned as we bring you more updates and insights from one of the world's greatest sporting event!

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