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SportAug 11, 2024

Paris 2024 Olympics: how were the Games perceived?

United States

US

The New York Times

The NYT celebrates the organisation of the Games and Paris's renewed international prestige.

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France

EU

Le Monde

Le Monde mixes national pride with questions about cost and concrete legacy.

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Middle East

MENA

Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera recognises the sporting success, but describes an expensive, Western and unequal event.

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Russia

RU

TASS

TASS focuses on Russian podiums under a neutral flag and the politicisation of sport.

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China

CN

Xinhua

Xinhua highlights Chinese performances and points to the more favourable treatment given to Paris.

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WorldLens Alignement

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International perception of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Media share a similar analysis. Divergences are limited.

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