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On Friday, July 26, the 2024 Paris Olympics rolled out its Opening Ceremony, and during South Korea's introduction, BTS was mentioned. The seven-piece K-pop boy group was included as one of the three things that represent South Korea by the announcer, and fans couldn't help but overflow with pride for the members' recent achievement.
Here's what the announcer said about BTS and South Korea during the 2024 Paris Olympics' opening ceremony:
"Three things that represent South Korea: BTS. Kimchi. Hanbok."
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Following the recognition of BTS' achievements, fans have been flooding X (formerly Twitter) and other social media platforms with how proud and elated they are to learn about BTS' recognition at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here are a few reactions to the recent news that landed on the internet:
"Y'ALL DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW BIG THIS IS... BTS AND ONLY BTS REPRESENTS KOREA," said a fan on X.
"They have truly achieved an amazing feat. They will continue to be a force to be reckoned with around the world. I am very proud of them." Another netizen posted.
"Adding some further context: kimchi, the hanbok and hangul are THE nation-appointed cultural trademarks of Korea and for BTS to be mentioned FIRST in the lineup is proof that culturally and politically, they're accepted as the country's most recognizable pride." Said an X user.
More fans talked about the recent recognition that BTS received, saying that it is quite historical and commendable.
"They maked history with their hobbies and music. A Proud moment for Army and BTS. No one Could take there place," said a fan on X.
"BTS being the first one's everyone thinks of when someone mentions korea even during their "break," added another netizen.
"BTS before Kimchi and Hanbok is so freaking iconic," said an X user.
BTS' Jin represents South Korea at the 2024 Paris Olympics for the Torch Relay
On July 14, ahead of the official kickstart of the 2024 Paris Olympics, BTS' Jin carried the torch representing his country, South Korea, for the Torch Relay. Annually, all the participating countries participate in the Torch Relay, where the country's representative runs the relay carrying the Olympic Torch.
This year, Jin represented the South Korean team and carried the torch at the Pyramid of the Louvre Museum. The day also coincided with Bastille Day, otherwise known as the National Day of France. Following the same, fans were quite proud of the BTS members' recognition and participation in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
It was also revealed, according to Times Entertainment, that the idol was endorsed by Samsung Electronics for his position as a torchbearer. Samsung Electronics stands as a key sponsor of this year's Summer Olympics. Here's what Samsung said about the reason behind Jin's selection as South Korea's torchbearer:
"They recommended Jin, Samsung's public relations ambassador, as he had been active in a spirit that fits that of the Olympics."
On the other hand, BTS' leader, RM, currently serving in the military, also came across the news about the group's mention at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He posted about the mention on his personal Instagram story.
