Lebron James It is Coco Gauff didn’t let the rain spoil their big second at the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony… the two flew the American flag high and proud on the Group USA boat — with big smiles on their faces!!
The tennis star and future basketball Hall of Famer was chosen to be the flag bearer earlier this week… and when it was their time to shine on the Seine River on Friday, they didn’t disappoint.
The duo rocked white Ralph Lauren Olympic suits — and despite the pouring rain — they performed the U.S. national anthem and led the way for all Americans competing in the upcoming Games.
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James was interviewed by NBC while he was in the water… and he said his role as flag bearer was a great honor.
“For me and Coco,” James said, “for us to represent our nation, us being young black men as well, representing our culture, representing where we come from — it gives everyone a lot of hope for where we come from.”
“That’s all we can ask. We accept it with the utmost responsibility and honor.”
This is actually James’ fourth time competing in the Olympics (he’s already won two gold medals), but it will certainly be Gauff’s first… and she also said she was thrilled to be the sole flag bearer at the Opening Ceremony.
“It means a lot to me to be here to represent Group USA and to be with the GOAT here, Mr. LeBron James,” the 20-year-old said. “It means a lot.”
“I am very excited and can’t wait to perform well at the Games!”
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