The Paris 2024 Olympics have been marred by controversies, from pollution in the Seine River affecting events to a drone spying scandal involving Team Canada. The opening ceremony also drew criticism for a performance that was seen as disrespectful. Algerian boxer Imane Khelif faced backlash over her gender after a quick victory, raising questions about fairness in sports. She was later targeted by offensive social media posts from a Hungarian opponent. The 1936 Berlin Olympics were highlighted for Nazi propaganda, while the 1972 Munich Massacre remains a tragic memory. Ben Johnson’s doping scandal in 1988 and the Tonya Harding-Nancy Kerrigan saga in 1994 added to the list of Olympic controversies. The 2002 Salt Lake City bribery scandal exposed corruption, and the Russian doping scandal revealed state-sponsored cheating. The 1996 Atlanta bombing and the gymnastics judging scandal in 2004 further tainted the Games. These controversies serve as reminders of the complexities and challenges facing the Olympic movement, highlighting the need for vigilance and integrity in sports.
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