Tahitian culture is highlighted at the Summer Olympics opening ceremony.
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Tahiti had a special ceremony to start the Olympics surfing competition. It happened far away from the main Olympics in Paris, but it was still very exciting.
The ceremony was all about Tahitian culture, with singing, dancing, and special traditions. Even the decorations were special, with hand-woven palms and tents selling local things.
The athletes did a special ritual with banana leaves to bring peace and unity. They also poured sand together to show they respect the ocean.
Surfer Caroline Marks said this Olympics felt very different from Tokyo. She liked that there were many people watching and it felt more lively.
Everyone is excited to share Tahitian culture with the world. They've been working hard to make sure everything is ready for the athletes and visitors.
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Where did the special ceremony for the Olympics surfing competition happen?
It happened in Tahiti.
What did the athletes do with banana leaves?
They did a special ritual to bring peace and unity.
How did surfer Caroline Marks feel about this Olympics compared to Tokyo?
She felt it was very different and liked that it was more lively with many people watching.
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