Google Doodle today shines a spotlight on the sport of sailing, as part of its series celebrating the Paris 2024 Olympics. One of the OG Olympics disciplines, sailing finals will be held on August 8, with a total of 10 events to be held. 


The adorable GIF shows the gorgeous views of Marseilles Marina, marked by our usual Google Olympics birds busy with athletic feats. 


Check out today's Google Doodle below: 



Since the commencement of the Paris 2024 Olympics, Google has been highlighting various sports through its Doodles. These creative animations have already honoured events such as surfing, artistic gymnastics, and football, adding a playful touch to the global celebration of the Summer Games.


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Sailing At The 2024 Summer Olympics


Sailing has a long history in the Olympics, dating back to the first modern Games in Athens, Greece, in 1896. Though initially cancelled due to severe weather, sailing has been a staple in the Olympics, with the exception of the 1904 Games and the cancelled 1916 Games.


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The 2024 Summer Olympics will feature sailing competitions from July 28 to August 8 at the Marseille Marina.


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This year's Olympic sailing events will see a reduction in the number of competitors from 350 to 330, with an equal split between male and female sailors. Several changes have been implemented to enhance gender equality and increase diversity among participating nations. A total of 65 National Olympic Committees will take part in the sailing events, though India is not among them.