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Shane Lowry and Sarah Lavin to Lead Ireland at Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony

The two athletes will carry the Irish flag in a unique ceremony along the River Seine, marking a significant honor for both.

  • Shane Lowry, a PGA Tour golfer, and Sarah Lavin, a 100-meter hurdler, are named Ireland's flagbearers for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • Lowry expressed immense pride and patriotism, calling the role a huge honor for him and his family.
  • The opening ceremony will feature athletes walking along a six-kilometer stretch of the River Seine, a departure from traditional stadium events.
  • Lowry recently faced disappointment at the Open Championship but sees this Olympic honor as a significant personal achievement.
  • Both Lowry and Lavin are set to become two-time Olympians, having previously competed in Tokyo.
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