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China Daily photojournalist shares his 2024 Olympic Games moments

My trip to Paris marked my third time covering the Olympics, following my assignment at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Photographing in a foreign country brought new challenges.

For this assignment, I brought four camera bodies and five lenses: a 600 millimeter prime for distant shots, a 400 mm prime for close-ups, an 85 mm prime for portraits, a versatile 70-200 mm zoom and a wide-angle 15-35 mm lens. These choices ensured I could capture a wide range of events and perspectives.

The opening ceremony of this Olympics was unlike any before, setting on the Seine River — a departure from traditional stadium settings. The cultural and artistic ambiance of Paris shone brightly, presenting a visual feast that posed a unique challenge to photograph in its entirety.