In less than two days, Snoop Dogg has already made quite an impression in Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games.
The iconic rapper was selected as one of the torchbearers, carrying the Olympic flame through the city in the lead-up to the opening ceremony on Friday. Then, on Saturday, Snoop was spotted in the stands, enthusiastically supporting Team USA as they secured their first gold medal of the Games.
Saturday afternoon’s swimming events included several gold medal contests, one of which was the highly anticipated men’s 4×100 freestyle relay. The American team, consisting of Caeleb Dressel, Chris Guiliano, Jack Alexy, and Hunter Armstrong, delivered a dominant performance. They finished with a time of 3:09:28, comfortably ahead of the Australian team, which clocked in at 3:10:35 to take silver.
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Dressel, serving as the anchor, had a significant lead as he approached the finish. This allowed the NBC broadcast to capture the excitement in the stands, where Snoop Dogg was seen energetically cheering alongside Meghan Dressel, Caeleb’s wife. The moment was electric, and the two shared a celebratory high five as Dressel secured the gold medal for Team USA.
Snoop Dogg’s presence and enthusiasm added a layer of excitement to the event, highlighting the communal and celebratory spirit of the Olympics. His involvement didn’t end there, as rumors circulated that he might join forces with Flavor Flav to support the women’s water polo team should they reach a medal match.
Team USA’s strong start at the 2024 Olympic Games has set a promising tone for the competitions ahead. With celebrities like Snoop Dogg showing such passionate support, the atmosphere in Paris is charged with energy and anticipation. The sight of Snoop Dogg in the stands, passionately supporting the athletes, encapsulates the universal appeal and unity that the Olympic Games inspire.
