"Memorable emotional moments"-Nadia Comaneci shares glimpse of Paris Olympics opening ceremony with Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams and Carl Lewis

Nadia Comaneci shared a glimpse of the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony along with several sporting icons as she attended the marquee event. The former Olympic gold medalist was a part of the torch ceremony along with other legends across various sports.

Nadia Comaneci was invited by the president of the IOC, Thomas Bach, for a dinner along with many other prominent personalities worldwide on the eve of the Paris Olympics. The Romanian gymnast is notably one of the most famous athletes and is known worldwide for being the first gymnast to score a perfect 10.

She was a part of the iconic Paris Olympics opening parade that was organized on the river Seine. The 2024 edition of the Olympic's opening ceremony featured a slight change from the traditional ceremonies of the games held inside a stadium. Athletes were welcomed in boats as they introduced their countries, marking the major event's commencement.

Nadia Comaneci was joined by legendary athletes Carl Lewis, Serena Williams, and Rafael Nadal on the boat as they carried the Olympic flame for the lighting ceremony. They were cheered on by fans as their boat proceeded to the cauldron. Comaneci took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a glimpse of her appearance during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

After getting the opportunity to relive the Olympic opening ceremony, she described it as a very "emotional moment".

"Memorable emotional moments @serenawilliams @RafaelNadal #carllewis @Paris2024 @Olympics ❤️," read the caption.

Nadia Comaneci on having no expectations in the 1976 Olympic Games

Nadia Comaneci at the Red Carpet Arrivals - Laureus World Sports Awards Madrid 2024 - Source: Getty

Nadia Comaneci scored the first perfect 10 in gymnastics during the 1976 Olympic Games. The Romanian Gymnast was 14 years old when she etched her name in history books. She opened up in an interview with Olympics.com, about having no expectations while embarking on her first Olympic Games.

“I was asked, ‘What do you think you’re going to do at the Olympics?’ I said, ‘I don’t know. I hope to win a medal and, hopefully, it’s gold. There was no expectation. I knew I was good at what I was doing, but I didn’t know how good I was compared to others,” she said.

Comaneci spoke about her mindset which brought her immense glory in the sport.

“I didn’t even think about the score. I was more into not making a mistake because the Olympics are every four years, just trying to concentrate on what I have to deliver in that minute and 20 seconds. That was the only thing that was in my head,” she added.

With her incredible performances that led her to win five Olympic Gold medals, Nadia Comaneci stands as an inspiration to generations to come.