Hey sports fans! 🏅 Guess who's been revisiting history? IOC President Thomas Bach took a trip down memory lane by visiting the Sorbonne University in Paris! That's the very place where, 130 years ago, French nobleman Pierre de Coubertin kickstarted the Modern Olympic Movement. Talk about a legendary throwback! 🎉
Back in 1894, Baron de Coubertin had a vision to revive the ancient Greek Games, and he founded the International Olympic Committee right there at the Sorbonne. Just two years later, the first modern Olympics were held in Athens 🇬🇷, paying homage to its historic roots. The sequel? Paris hosted the Games in 1900, bringing the world's athletes together once more.
Bach's visit isn't just a casual drop-by; it's a celebration of the Olympic spirit that unites countries and cultures 🌍. It's a reminder of how the passion and determination of one person can ignite a global phenomenon that's still lighting the way for athletes today.
So next time you're cheering on your favorite Olympians, remember the legacy that started it all right there at the Sorbonne! 🏆
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IOC chief Bach visits Sorbonne, highlights Baron de Coubertin's legacy
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