The fourth edition of the Youth Olympic Games – Dakar 2026 opened Saturday evening at Abdoulaye Wade Stadium in the city of Diamniadio, Senegal, and continues until the 13th of this month. This marks the first time the African continent has hosted an Olympic event.
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The opening ceremony featured a festive atmosphere, with artistic and cultural performances reflecting Senegalese and African heritage, in the presence of the sporting delegations taking part in the Games.
During the ceremony, the Jordanian flag was carried in the parade of participating nations' flags, with national swimming team player Michael Al-Wour having the honor of carrying the Jordanian flag at this Olympic gathering.
Jordan is taking part in the Games with a delegation of 13 male and female athletes representing eight sports: taekwondo, boxing, swimming, judo, fencing, athletics, triathlon, and beach wrestling.
The Games feature the participation of 2,655 male and female athletes representing 204 National Olympic Committees, alongside the Refugee Olympic Team. Competitors take part in 25 sports comprising 153 medal events, with competitions held in Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly.
