Olympic flagarer

LeBron James has been named the male flag bearer for the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, marking a significant achievement in his illustrious basketball career. Coco Gauff, the 20-year-old defending U.S. Open champion, was selected as the female flag bearer, making her the youngest American to hold this honor and the first tennis player to do so. Gauff expressed her excitement about representing her country after missing the Tokyo Olympics due to a COVID diagnosis. Additionally, Indiana State swimmer Chloe Farro has been chosen as the flag bearer for Aruba, becoming the first athlete from her school to receive this honor since 1996. Farro is set to compete in the 50-meter freestyle event, showcasing her pride in representing her nation on a global stage. The opening ceremony will be broadcasted live, highlighting the participation of these athletes from different backgrounds.