First time there has been rain (non-stop) during an Opening Ceremonies since Helsinki in 1952.
LeBron James and Coco Gauff were voted by their USA teammates to be flag bearers.
Team USA about to be introduced floating down the river.
594 athletes representing 46 states!
Note: Simone Biles will be performing a new "original" skill on the uneven bars that will be named for her if she successfully completes it, according to the IGF. If she can complete it, it would be Simone's 6th "named" move in the sport.
USA!
USA!
USA!