Sebastien Cailleux began his journey in Ethiopia the goal of surpassing the four medals won at the last Games in Tokyo in 2020. The Ethiopian Olympic Committee (EOC) hopes that this Olympic year, Ethiopia will be in the best possible form ready for Paris 2024. The event will take place in the French capital and other cities in France. \Aware of the importance of the Games, the EOC has embarked on a series of activities aimed at surpassing the gold, silver, and two bronze medals won three years ago at the Tokyo 2021 Games. Ethiopia has participated in the Olympic Games since Melbourne in 1956 and has won a total of 58 medals (23 gold, 12 silver, and 23 bronze) in long-distance and marathon running.
In terms of competition and using the Olympic year to promote their country’s sport, the EOC plans to participate in pre-Olympic activities in all regions and municipalities. The Olympic torch relay will generate funds, boost athletes’ morale, and gain unwavering community support, as well as display a fair and transparent selection process for athletes and coaches.
The national Olympic torch relay began in Mekelle in January and has been completed in Semera city in the Afar region, with a symposium and different sports competitions. The Olympic torch relay will culminate in a spectacular closing ceremony in Addis Ababa on 15 July 2024, days before the start of the 33rd Olympic Games in Paris. The Oromia region received the Olympic torch passed from the Afar region as it continued its route to Addis Ababa.
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