In Marseille, the Olympic torch embarks on an 11-week journey across France, carried by 10,000 torchbearers through 450 towns. Soccer legend Basile Boli kicks off the relay from Notre Dame de la Garde basilica, followed by basketball star Tony Parker and other notable figures. The torch winds through emblematic sites, including the Stade Velodrome, amidst celebrations attended by over 230,000 people. Residents express excitement, calling it “magical” and a rare experience for Marseille. The city, hosting sailing and soccer events during the Games, embraces the Olympic spirit as the flame lights up its streets.
Marseille Welcomes Olympic Torch Ahead of Paris Games
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