Soprano, Tony Parker and Jean-Pierre Papin will carry the Olympic flame in Marseille.

Soprano, Tony Parker and Jean-Pierre Papin named Olympic flame bearers in Marseille

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Key figures from the world of sport and music were asked to celebrate the Olympic Games in Marseille. The rapper and native of the Phocaean city, Soprano, the famous basketball player Tony Parker and the former footballer of the local OM club, Jean-Pierre Papin, were chosen to wear the famous Olympic flame.

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A striking trio for a historic ceremony

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The combination of these three personalities, each iconic in their own way, promises a colorful ceremony. Soprano, with his background as a poignant rapper, will represent the voice of youth and street culture. On the other side, Tony Parker, with his impressive basketball career, will symbolize sporting excellence. Finally, Jean-Pierre Papin, former OM striker, will recall with honor and nostalgia the golden era of Marseille football.

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Role and importance of the Olympic flame

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There Olympic flame is a sacred symbol of the Olympic Games. Its trajectory begins in Olympia, Greece, and ends in the host city of the Games, after an international journey. The choice of torchbearers is of great importance, as they are supposed to embody the Olympic values: excellence, respect and friendship. There is no doubt that the choice of Soprano, Tony Parker And Jean-Pierre Papin will live up to this honor.

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A great moment for Marseille

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The city of Marseille is therefore preparing for this large-scale event, the passage of the Olympic flame being one of the highlights of the celebration of the Games. The choice of these three local personalities to carry the flame is a strong sign of the importance of the city in the French sporting and cultural landscape.

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The mix of rap, basketball and football during this planned ceremony promises to create a unique spectacle, representative of the diversity of Marseille culture. The sporting and musical heritage of the past Marseille will thus be celebrated, while looking towards the future with enthusiasm.

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