The Paris Olympics roared to life with an electrifying display of rugby sevens at the iconic Stade de France. As fans poured into the stadium, they were greeted by a lively brass band, setting the festive tone for what would be a spectacular opening. French supporters, draped in their national colors, painted their faces, wore wigs, and waved flags with fervor. The air buzzed with the chant "Allez Les Bleus," signaling that France was ready to celebrate.
The first athletic event of the Games, the men's rugby sevens tournament, saw a near-capacity crowd of 70,000 spectators. The home team, France, faced off against a young U.S. squad in a thrilling match that ended in a 12-12 draw. Despite the tie, the atmosphere was electric. American halfback Madison Hughes, competing in his third Olympics, described the experience as "awesome," emphasizing the joy of performing in front of such passionate fans.
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