The French Embassy in Lebanon, in collaboration with "Sports Academy School" and under the supervision of the Lebanese Olympic Committee, is organizing the third edition of "Olympic Day" at the sports facilities of Antoine University (Bikfaya) on Saturday, May 18. This event is part of a long sports day taking place about two months before the opening of the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. A total of 288 athletes from 24 schools across Lebanon will participate in this major event, which includes competitions in basketball, athletics, mini-football, swimming, archery, and other events, as well as wheelchair basketball competitions in coordination with the "Lebanese National Energy" association.
The opening ceremony will take place at 9:15 AM on Saturday, May 18, at the green stadium of Antoine University with the presence of representatives from the French Embassy, sports officials, representatives of the hosting university, organizers, school officials, invited guests, and media personnel, alongside several sports stars from Lebanon. The opening ceremony will feature a parade of participating teams and speeches, with competitions kicking off at 9:30 AM. The awarding of winners will be held at 4:15 PM. Organizers have invited media personnel to attend and cover this sports event.
