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Caption Fireworks explode Friday during the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Games at Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.
Fireworks soared above Tokyo s new Olympic Stadium Friday as the delayed Summer Games finally held its opening ceremony an event that culminates in lighting the Olympic cauldron.
Athletes marched in front of thousands of empty seats as only a sparse crowd was admitted due to COVID-19 restrictions. Those attending included first lady Jill Biden, who chatted with French President Emmanuel Macron.
A standout moment came midway through the event when Tonga s Pita Taufatofua once again vied to steal the show by marching into the stadium bare-chested (and oiled).
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