The flame that is to burn at the Paris Olympics has been kindled at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece. Cloudy skies frustrated Tuesday's efforts to produce the flame in the customary fashion, when an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess uses the sun to ignite a silver torch. Instead, a backup flame was used that had been lit on the same spot Monday, during the final rehearsal. Neeraj Chopra Continues Preparation of Paris Olympics 2024, Shares Glimpses of Javelin Throw Training (Watch Video).

Paris Olympics Flame Lits at Greek Cradle

The flame will next be carried from the ruined temples and sports grounds of Ancient Olympia by a relay of torchbearers. The 11-day journey through Greece culminates with the handover in Athens to Paris 2024 organizers. 

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