The Best Olympic Sports to Watch, Paris 2024

It’s that time again when the world's top athletes come together and compete like their lives depend on it. In various disciplines, they put their muscles and willpower to the test as they fight to see who truly dominates the sport on a global level. The problem with the Olympics however is that there are simply too many sporting events to watch. Even now as the Paris Olympics have begun, you must be confused about which sports to devote your attention to. Don’t worry though, we've got you. Today we’ll provide the best, most entertaining Olympic sports to watch with your friends and family that will leave you fired up with passion.  

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Gymnastics

Gymnastics is perhaps the sport that is most synonymous with the Olympics. With their athletic builds and cat-like reflexes, various men and women from all over the world compete in various gymnastic disciplines showcasing perfect form, balance, and impeccable timing. Fewer sports can be as marveling to watch as gymnastics. No, seriously, the amazing twists and flips they do will have your jaw on the floor as these athletes defy gravity and their physical limitations in one swift breath.

The national pride that is also at stake is another competition on its own. Russia and the United States Of America have been at each other's heels throughout the history of the competition, with Russia slightly edging out the US with more medals won. This hit rivalry will no doubt keep the competition exciting and fun to watch. With stars like the young but already legendary Simone Biles carrying the torch forward, gymnastics is bound to be a mainstay sport and an entertaining one at that.