Source: Visual China Group/Li Yang/China News Service/VCG
[Saba Sports News] According to the latest news from French media, the torch relay for the 2024 Paris Olympics is underway in Paris and has now reached the Champs Elysees. The renowned French football legend Thierry Henry has become the first torchbearer on the Main Street section of the Champs Elysees, which is undoubtedly a proud honor. It is worth mentioning that Henry is currently the head coach of the French Olympic team, with the goal of leading the team to win the Olympic gold medal. Additionally, the torch relay route has been carefully designed, starting at the Champs Elysées, near the Arc de Triomphe. This day coincides with France’s Bastille Day. To ensure the smooth progress of the Olympic torch relay, the French Bastille Day military parade, usually held on the Champs Elysees, will take place on nearby Foch Street this year. Thousands of people have gathered on both sides of the street to witness this moment. Henry’s football career has been brilliant, winning major cup championships, league championships, World Cup, European Championship, Champions League, and more. He is a football Grand Slam winner.