PARIS (AP) — The Paris Olympics will pass the baton to Los Angeles 2028 this Sunday at the closing ceremony. And much will be different in four years. New sports will make their Olympic debut, selected by the organizers, who will also bring back others that left the program over 100 years ago.
PUBLICIDAD While Paris features the River Seine, Los Angeles will have the Pacific Ocean and its beaches. PUBLICIDAD The incomparable historic buildings of Paris offered a cinematic appearance. Meanwhile, the streets of Los Angeles will showcase a living history of film and television.
Which sports will be added to the Los Angeles Olympics? 'Flag football', squash, and obstacle course racing. Yes, obstacle course racing in the style of "American Ninja Warrior" to replace horses and liven up modern pentathlon. 'Flag football' is a good option for the organizers in Los Angeles, who last year told IOC members that this sport represents "the future and the spearhead for the international growth of American football.
" Could padel or pickleball join squash, tennis, and badminton as racket sports in the Games someday? In previous occasions, squash was not accepted and, like 'Flag football', it is now going to Los Angeles without a guarantee of staying for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Cricket and lacrosse will also join the program as guest events, two sports that were present over 100 years ago. Lacrosse was featured in the 1904 St.
Louis and 1908 London Games, while cricket only made one app.