PARIS, France — The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics has begun!
Twelve St. Louis-area athletes have joined Team USA and thousands of other athletes as they sailed along the River Seine toward the Eiffel Tower.
Here's a look at the athletes during the Opening Ceremony:
Napheesa Collier
The St. Louis native posted photos from the Opening Ceremony with other members of Team USA and USA Basketball!
Freddie Crittenden III
Freddie Crittenden III, a St. Louis native and former McCluer North High School student, shared photos with several other athletes at the Opening Ceremony.
Tyler Downs
Tyler's mom Teri Lewis Downs shared a photo with 5 On Your Side's Rene Knott of Downs with NBA star Steph Curry!
Alex Shackell
Alex Shackell was pictured with several other Team USA athletes.
Patrick Schulte
The St. Charles County native is with the U.S. Men's Olympic Soccer Team!
Jayson Tatum
USA Basketball shared a photo of Celtics star and recent NBA Champion Jayson Tatum!
Jayden Ulrich
Jayden Ulrich is ready to represent Team USA during the Opening Ceremony.
