LeBron James and Coco Gauff Named Team USA Flag Bearers for Paris Olympics
James and Gauff will lead Team USA in the opening ceremony, marking historic firsts for both athletes.
- LeBron James is the first U.S. men's basketball player to serve as flag bearer.
- Coco Gauff is the youngest American flag bearer in Olympic history.
- Gauff's parents knew about her selection before she did, adding to the surprise.
- This will be James' fourth and likely final Olympic appearance.
- Gauff missed the Tokyo Olympics due to COVID-19 and is making her debut in Paris.