Olympics | Paris delivering the Games of a "new era"

PARIS, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- The Paris 2024 Games are drawing the world's attention to the unifying power of the Olympic spirit while showcasing unparalleled sporting excellence.

That was the message from International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach and Paris 2024 Organizing Committee president Tony Estanguet during a joint press conference on Saturday to mark the Games' halfway point.

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