The Tokyo Olympics opened with mixed feelings at best. Many Japanese would have wished for another postponement or a cancellation, some athletes will not be able to take part in the competitions because of the corona virus. And spectators are not allowed at all.
This is how the opening ceremony will take place under special circumstances and in a special mood. The creators have nevertheless – and despite some scandals in advance – announced a big show, albeit not entirely with the originally planned program. the tiers will be empty, only around 1000 guests of honor are present. The images of the ceremony go beyond the TV cameras all over the world.
Opening ceremony: Ludwig and Hausding carry the German flag
The German team will move into the stadium as 115 of the 206 teams. The team of 434 athletes is led by the flag bearers Laura Ludwig and Patrick Hausding. Japan’s athletes are the last to enter the Olympic Stadium. It is expected that Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, as patron, will also officially declare the games open.
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