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In the shadow of the ancient ruins of Olympia, the birthplace of the sporting spirit, on April 16, 2024, the ceremony of lighting the Olympic torch for the Paris 2024 Olympics took place. Greek actress Mary Mina assumed the role of high priestess, using a backup source of fire instead of the traditional parabolic mirror due to inclement weather, igniting the flame symbolizing peace and hope.