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<h2 style="text-align: center">A brief introduction to Paris Olympics 2024</h2>
In 2024, the world's attention will turn to Paris as the iconic city is going to host the prestigious Olympic Games. The Paris Olympics 2024 mark a significant moment, as the Games return to the French capital for the first time in a century. With a legacy dating back to the 1900 and 1924 Olympics, Paris proudly continues its tradition of welcoming athletes and spectators worldwide. 

Renowned for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and passion for sport, the stage of Paris is all set for an unforgettable celebration of athleticism and unity. As the curtains will very soon open for the Paris Olympics 2024, it is predicted that these games will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">When are the Olympic Games and who all will be there?</h2>
The Paris Olympics 2024 dates are scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The event will draw billions of worldwide viewers, with approximately 350,000 hours of TV broadcast coverage. Millions of spectators are anticipated to attend various events across the 41 venues in Paris.

Around 10,500 athletes from all over the world will participate in various sports and events during the games. The French team is automatically qualified as the host country. But, other teams have to win the world championship, their confederation's tournament, or be among the top 17 in the Olympic Ranking List for the Paris Olympics 2024 qualification. 

Additionally, approximately 20,000 accredited journalists will be covering the event, providing global updates and insights to audiences. Volunteers, numbering around 31,500, will assist in various capacities to ensure the smooth running of the games. Moreover, the Athletes' Village will serve over 600,000 meals daily to athletes, coaches, staff, and officials during the event.
<h2 style="text-align: center">What are the major events?</h2>
According to the Paris Olympics 2024 schedule, it will feature 329 medal events across 32 sports.

This year, as a brand new attraction, these games will include one brand new sport: breaking. Other than these, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will be back at the Olympics after debuting at the Tokyo Olympics.

Here is a breakdown of each sport’s name and medal events:
<ul>
 	<li>Aquatics</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 49 (35 swimming, 2 artistic swimming, 2 marathon swimming, 8 diving, 2 water polo)
<ul>
 	<li>Archery</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Athletics</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 48
<ul>
 	<li>Badminton</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Basketball</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4
<ul>
 	<li>Boxing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 13
<ul>
 	<li>Breaking</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Canoeing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 16 (10 sprint, 6 slaloms)
<ul>
 	<li>Cycling</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 22 (12 track, 4 road, 2 BMX racing, 2 BMX freestyle, 2 mountain biking)
<ul>
 	<li>Equestrian</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 6 (2 dressage, 2 eventing, 2 jumping)
<ul>
 	<li>Fencing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 12
<ul>
 	<li>Field hockey</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Golf</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Gymnastics</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 18 (14 artistic gymnastics, 2 rhythmic gymnastics, 2 trampoline)
<ul>
 	<li>Handball</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Judo</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 15
<ul>
 	<li>Modern pentathlon</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Rowing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 14
<ul>
 	<li>Rugby</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Sailing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 10
<ul>
 	<li>Shooting</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 15
<ul>
 	<li>Skateboarding</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4
<ul>
 	<li>Soccer</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Sport climbing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4
<ul>
 	<li>Surfing</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 2
<ul>
 	<li>Table tennis</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Taekwondo</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 8
<ul>
 	<li>Tennis</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 5
<ul>
 	<li>Triathlon</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 3
<ul>
 	<li>Volleyball</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 4 (2 volleyball, 2 beach volleyball)
<ul>
 	<li>Weightlifting</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 10
<ul>
 	<li>Wrestling</li>
</ul>
Medal events: 18 (12 freestyle wrestling, 6 Greco-Roman)
<h2 style="text-align: center">Where will be the major events held?</h2>
The Games will shine around the capital. It will be held from Les Yvelines to Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, and Seine-Saint-Denis. There will be 15 Olympic venues in central Paris. Also, the marathon swimming, triathlon, and para-triathlon events will take place in the capital's Seine River.
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">The Stade de France will be the venue for the main athletic events. Six regional cities will stage for the Paris Olympics 2024 football matches.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">Marseille, on the Mediterranean coast. This place will host the sailing game.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 	<li style="font-weight: 400">And, the surfing will occur in Teahupo'o, in Tahiti. This is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific.</li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Paris Olympics 2024 brings something new!</h2>
Like the previous years, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will not be an exception. The game will include a number of new elements. However, this year, the inclusion of breaking as an official sport at the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a significant moment in recognizing urban dance culture within the global sports community. 

Breaking, originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, has evolved into a highly skilled and respected art form, embodying athleticism, creativity, and cultural expression.

However, the decision to include Breaking in the Paris 2024 Olympics underscores the evolving nature of the Olympic Games, embracing new forms of athleticism and cultural significance. As Breaking athletes, known as B-Boys and B-Girls, prepare to showcase their talent on the world stage, the event promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy and creativity.

With La Concorde set as the backdrop for the Breaking competition, spectators can anticipate an electrifying atmosphere as competitors engage in intense 1v1 battles to the rhythm of random beats curated by a DJ. This fusion of music, movement, and competition embodies the spirit of Breaking, celebrating its roots in hip-hop culture while embracing its evolution as a recognized sport.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Paris Olympics 2024 logo</h2>
The Paris Olympics 2024 logo is composed of five indivisible elements. These elements also reflect our ideal actions and show who we are. However, for the first time in history, the Olympics and Paralympics will use the same emblem as logos. 

The Paris Olympics 2024 symbol is a combination of three separate elements: the gold medal, the flame, and Marianne (the female figure representing the French Republic). 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Paris Olympic 2024 Mascot</h2>
The Paris 2024 Olympic mascot is named "Olympic Phryg," inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution. It represents allegorical figures of the French Republic, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and also fraternity. The choice of the mascot reflects the spirit of the Olympic Games and the cultural significance of France. However, this year a pair named "Les Phryges" will represent the Olympics as mascots. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">What to expect from the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony</h2>
The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be unique and memorable. The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular floating parade along the Seine River. Athletes representing 200 countries will board 100 boats for a 3.7-mile journey. This parade will offer a visually stunning and symbolic start to the Olympic Games.

The parade route will wind past significant landmarks in Paris, including the National Library and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The floating parade symbolizes unity and cooperation among nations as they celebrate the Olympic spirit. 

After the river parade, athletes will gather in a stadium in the Trocadero park to light the Olympic Flame. 

Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be a grand and innovative spectacle. It will be a momentous occasion that captures the world's attention and sets the stage for an unforgettable Olympic Games.
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to get tickets for Paris Olympics 2024  </h2>
Paris Olympics 2024 tickets are on sale to everyone worldwide. However, they are sold on a "first come, first served" basis. Anyone can buy the tickets through the official Paris 2024 website. Many sessions are already sold out, as people are crazy to be part of this prestigious Olympics and want to see their admiring champions competing. 

But there is nothing to worry about. New batches of tickets are regularly added so everyone can get the chance. However, the prices start at 24 euros (£21) for the Olympic events and 15 euros (£13) for the Paralympic games. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics</h2>
Though the Paris Olympics will go from July 26-Aug to 11, 2024, but the Opening Ceremony for the games will take place on July 26. There will be various events such as handball, rugby, soccer, and archery starting on July 24 and 25.

NBC and Peacock will broadcast live Olympic events, including finals in track, field, swimming, and gymnastics, both morning and afternoon. NBC will provide nine hours of daily daytime coverage. Also, there will be an enhanced three-hour primetime show in every night during the games. These will feature behind-the-scenes access, new technology, and athlete insights.

Also, Peacock will stream all sports and events live during the Summer Olympics, a first for the streaming service, alongside GOLF Channel, USA Network, Telemundo, CNBC, E!, and Universo.

Olympics

A brief introduction to Paris Olympics 2024 In 2024, the world&#8217;s attention will turn to Paris as the iconic city is going to host the prestigious Olympic Games. The Paris Olympics 2024 mark a significant moment, as the Games return to the French capital for the first time in a century. With a legacy dating back to the 1900 and 1924 Olympics, Paris proudly continues its tradition of welcoming athletes and spectators worldwide.  Renowned for its rich history, cultural vibrancy, and passion for sport, the stage of Paris is all set for an unforgettable celebration of athleticism and unity. As the curtains will very soon open for the Paris Olympics 2024, it is predicted that these games will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all.  When are the Olympic Games and who all will be there? The Paris Olympics 2024 dates are scheduled from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The event will draw billions of worldwide viewers, with approximately 350,000 hours of TV broadcast coverage. Millions of spectators are anticipated to attend various events across the 41 venues in Paris. Around 10,500 athletes from all over the world will participate in various sports and events during the games. The French team is automatically qualified as the host country. But, other teams have to win the world championship, their confederation&#8217;s tournament, or be among the top 17 in the Olympic Ranking List for the Paris Olympics 2024 qualification.  Additionally, approximately 20,000 accredited journalists will be covering the event, providing global updates and insights to audiences. Volunteers, numbering around 31,500, will assist in various capacities to ensure the smooth running of the games. Moreover, the Athletes&#8217; Village will serve over 600,000 meals daily to athletes, coaches, staff, and officials during the event. What are the major events? According to the Paris Olympics 2024 schedule, it will feature 329 medal events across 32 sports. This year, as a brand new attraction, these games will include one brand new sport: breaking. Other than these, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing will be back at the Olympics after debuting at the Tokyo Olympics. Here is a breakdown of each sport’s name and medal events: Aquatics Medal events: 49 (35 swimming, 2 artistic swimming, 2 marathon swimming, 8 diving, 2 water polo) Archery Medal events: 5 Athletics Medal events: 48 Badminton Medal events: 5 Basketball Medal events: 4 Boxing Medal events: 13 Breaking Medal events: 2 Canoeing Medal events: 16 (10 sprint, 6 slaloms) Cycling Medal events: 22 (12 track, 4 road, 2 BMX racing, 2 BMX freestyle, 2 mountain biking) Equestrian Medal events: 6 (2 dressage, 2 eventing, 2 jumping) Fencing Medal events: 12 Field hockey Medal events: 2 Golf Medal events: 2 Gymnastics Medal events: 18 (14 artistic gymnastics, 2 rhythmic gymnastics, 2 trampoline) Handball Medal events: 2 Judo Medal events: 15 Modern pentathlon Medal events: 2 Rowing Medal events: 14 Rugby Medal events: 2 Sailing Medal events: 10 Shooting Medal events: 15 Skateboarding Medal events: 4 Soccer Medal events: 2 Sport climbing Medal events: 4 Surfing Medal events: 2 Table tennis Medal events: 5 Taekwondo Medal events: 8 Tennis Medal events: 5 Triathlon Medal events: 3 Volleyball Medal events: 4 (2 volleyball, 2 beach volleyball) Weightlifting Medal events: 10 Wrestling Medal events: 18 (12 freestyle wrestling, 6 Greco-Roman) Where will be the major events held? The Games will shine around the capital. It will be held from Les Yvelines to Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-et-Marne, and Seine-Saint-Denis. There will be 15 Olympic venues in central Paris. Also, the marathon swimming, triathlon, and para-triathlon events will take place in the capital&#8217;s Seine River. The Stade de France will be the venue for the main athletic events. Six regional cities will stage for the Paris Olympics 2024 football matches.  Marseille, on the Mediterranean coast. This place will host the sailing game.  And, the surfing will occur in Teahupo&#8217;o, in Tahiti. This is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific. Paris Olympics 2024 brings something new! Like the previous years, the Paris Olympics in 2024 will not be an exception. The game will include a number of new elements. However, this year, the inclusion of breaking as an official sport at the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a significant moment in recognizing urban dance culture within the global sports community.  Breaking, originating from the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, has evolved into a highly skilled and respected art form, embodying athleticism, creativity, and cultural expression. However, the decision to include Breaking in the Paris 2024 Olympics underscores the evolving nature of the Olympic Games, embracing new forms of athleticism and cultural significance. As Breaking athletes, known as B-Boys and B-Girls, prepare to showcase their talent on the world stage, the event promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic energy and creativity. With La Concorde set as the backdrop for the Breaking competition, spectators can anticipate an electrifying atmosphere as competitors engage in intense 1v1 battles to the rhythm of random beats curated by a DJ. This fusion of music, movement, and competition embodies the spirit of Breaking, celebrating its roots in hip-hop culture while embracing its evolution as a recognized sport. Paris Olympics 2024 logo The Paris Olympics 2024 logo is composed of five indivisible elements. These elements also reflect our ideal actions and show who we are. However, for the first time in history, the Olympics and Paralympics will use the same emblem as logos.  The Paris Olympics 2024 symbol is a combination of three separate elements: the gold medal, the flame, and Marianne (the female figure representing the French Republic).  Paris Olympic 2024 Mascot The Paris 2024 Olympic mascot is named &#8220;Olympic Phryg,&#8221; inspired by the Phrygian cap, a symbol of freedom and revolution. It represents allegorical figures of the French Republic, embodying the values of liberty, equality, and also fraternity. The choice of the mascot reflects the spirit of the Olympic Games and the cultural significance of France. However, this year a pair named &#8220;Les Phryges&#8221; will represent the Olympics as mascots.  What to expect from the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony The Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be unique and memorable. The opening ceremony will feature a spectacular floating parade along the Seine River. Athletes representing 200 countries will board 100 boats for a 3.7-mile journey. This parade will offer a visually stunning and symbolic start to the Olympic Games. The parade route will wind past significant landmarks in Paris, including the National Library and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The floating parade symbolizes unity and cooperation among nations as they celebrate the Olympic spirit.  After the river parade, athletes will gather in a stadium in the Trocadero park to light the Olympic Flame.  Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony promises to be a grand and innovative spectacle. It will be a momentous occasion that captures the world&#8217;s attention and sets the stage for an unforgettable Olympic Games. How to get tickets for Paris Olympics 2024   Paris Olympics 2024 tickets are on sale to everyone worldwide. However, they are sold on a &#8220;first come, first served&#8221; basis. Anyone can buy the tickets through the official Paris 2024 website. Many sessions are already sold out, as people are crazy to be part of this prestigious Olympics and want to see their admiring champions competing.  But there is nothing to worry about. New batches of tickets are regularly added so everyone can get the chance. However, the prices start at 24 euros (£21) for the Olympic events and 15 euros (£13) for the Paralympic games.  How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics Though the Paris Olympics will go from July 26-Aug to 11, 2024, but the Opening Ceremony for the games will take place on July 26. There will be various events such as handball, rugby, soccer, and archery starting on July 24 and 25. NBC and Peacock will broadcast live Olympic events, including finals in track, field, swimming, and gymnastics, both morning and afternoon. NBC will provide nine hours of daily daytime coverage. Also, there will be an enhanced three-hour primetime show in every night during the games. These will feature behind-the-scenes access, new technology, and athlete insights. Also, Peacock will stream all sports and events live during the Summer Olympics, a first for the streaming service, alongside GOLF Channel, USA Network, Telemundo, CNBC, E!, and Universo.

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Megan Rapinoe

Megan Rapinoe- Net Worth 2023, Personal Life, and Career USWNT forward Megan Rapinoe is a superstar in women&#8217;s soccer. She has been instrumental in the national team&#8217;s success for years. Her performances during the 2019 World Cup will live in everyone&#8217;s memory; likewise, won the Best FIFA Women&#8217;s Player Of The Year. Megan Rapinoe?s Net Worth Megan Rapinoe?s net worth is estimated to be about $5 million, as per Celebrity Net Worth. Over the years, the USWNT soccer star has established one of the finest legacies in women?s soccer history. She is one of the true pioneers, along with Alex Morgan, to help develop the women?s counterpart of the game in the US. Jul 5, 2021; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; USA forward Megan Rapinoe (15) reacts to the crowd during the send-off celebration after defeating Mexico during a USWNT Send-off Series soccer match at Pratt &amp; Whitney Stadium. USA defeated Mexico 4-0. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports Megan Rapinoe ranks 19th on Forbes? highest-paid women athletes in the world as of 2022. The USWNT star made about $5.7 million in 2022. As per Marca, Rapinoe cashes out about $250,000 as her base salary per season. Megan Rapinoe?s family and early career Megan Rapinoe was born in Redding, California, to Jim and Denise Rapinoe. Her parents raised her along with her five other siblings. Rapinoe has an identical twin. The USWNT star and her twin sister also have another brother and sister, Michael and Jenny, who came from Denise?s older marriage. Soccer: Women s Friendly-USA vs Ireland May 10, 2015 San Jose, CA, USA USA midfielder Megan Rapinoe 15, right kisses her mother Denise Rapinoe left before the match against Ireland at Avaya Stadium. San Jose Avaya Stadium CA USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xKylexTeradax 8559759 Jim Rapinoe currently works as a building contractor after his service in the US Army. Rapinoe has often credited the success she has achieved to Denise, her mother. Rapinoe played for Elk Grove Pride club, a soccer team in Sacramento. She also developed a keen interest in basketball during her freshman and sophomore years. She played for the U-14 National California State Olympic Development Program in 1999, followed by the regional ODP in 2002. In 2004, she got an opportunity to play for the McDonald?s All-American Girls High School Soccer West Team. The USWNT star grew up initially watching her brother play soccer. Inspired by him, Rapinoe started playing soccer too. However, Brian Rapinoe became a severe drug addict and couldn?t continue playing soccer. Megan and her twin sister, Rachael Rapinoe, continued to focus on their soccer career. The sport was also a way for the Rapinoe twin sisters to get away from the drug abuse in rural California. Megan Rapinoe?s twin sister Rachael Rapinoe is Megan?s identical twin sister. They grew up in a rural, religious area in California. The relationship between them grew after both of them realized that they were gay. They didn?t discover their sexuality right until they went to university. Rachael Rapinoe once revealed that her twin sister was the one who outed her to her parents. Mandatory Credit: Photo by BPI/Shutterstock 10329049go Rachael Rapinoe, sister of Megan Rapinoe of USA smiles after Team USA wins the Women s World Cup USA v Netherlands, FIFA Women s World Cup Final, Football, Stade de Lyon, France &#8211; 07 Jul 2019 USA v Netherlands, FIFA Women s World Cup Final, Football, Stade de Lyon, France &#8211; 07 Jul 2019 PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTXHUNxGRExMLTxCYPxROMxBULxUAExKSAxONLY Copyright: xBPI/Shutterstockx 10329049go Rachael played soccer along with her twin sister at the University of Portland. Rachael was also named in the U-23 American women?s national team back in 2006. She then signed a deal with Stjarnan Women, a women?s soccer club in Iceland. However, she had to forcefully retire from the sport in 2012 after she tore her knee ligament again. After her career-ending injury, Rachael decided to put her knowledge of the game to good use. She pursued her Master?s in Health Studies and Exercise from Portland State University and graduated in 2016. Rachael was part of a joint venture called Rapinoe SC with her twin sister. During that time, Rachael used to host clinics for young soccer players in the country. However, the soccer twins shut down the business venture in 2020. Rachael then co-founded ?Mendi?, a CBD products company that helps sports persons constantly maintain their strength and health. Megan Rapinoe?s club career Rapinoe played in the WPS from 2009 to 2011. The USWNT star started off her journey with Chicago Red Stars, who made her the second overall pick in the 2009 WPS draft. Rapinoe was named to the league?s all-star team in her first season. She moved to Philadelphia Independence in 2010 after Chicago Stars ceased its operations. After a successful two-year stint, the WPS suspended operations, leaving Rapinoe and hundreds of other players as free agents. In 2011, Rapinoe joined Sydney FC as a guest player. In 2012, Rapinoe followed a few of her national teammates to play with Seattle Sounders Women. She used to play for the club in between camps while they prepared for the 2012 Summer Olympics. Rapinoe signed a six-month deal with Olympique Lyonnais in 2013. She managed to score two goals in six games as a left winger. In that same season, Rapinoe became only the fifth American woman in soccer history to play in a UEFA Champions League final. She ended her season with two goals and one assist in the Champions League. Bildnummer: 13379919 Datum: 13.04.2013 Copyright: imago/PanoramiCMorgane Rapinoe (lyon) FOOTBALL : Lyon vs Juvisy &#8211; Ligue des champions feminine &#8211; 13/04/2013 FredericChambert/Panoramic PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxFRAxITAxBEL ; Fussball Frauenfussball Damen Champions League FCF Olympique 2012 xas x0x 2013 quer Rapinoe had a fine start to the 2013-14 season, scoring three goals in eight league games. OL?s stint didn?t last very long in the Champions League after they were knocked out in the Round of 16. OL then announced that Rapinoe would return to Seattle Reign FC for the latter half of the 2013 season. Her tenure in France saw her score 8 goals in 28 matches. Megan Rapinoe has happily settled in Seattle Reign FC (now called OL Reign). The USWNT star had an instant impact in her first season. Despite playing only half a season, Rapinoe was the club?s leading goal scorer with five goals. In the 2013-14 season, Rapinoe was pivotal to her team?s success. Unfortunately, Reign couldn?t get past FC Kansas City in the Championship final. Several years later, Reign FC crowned Megan Rapinoe and 11 other players as legends of the club. The USWNT star joined an exclusive club of 36 other legends. Rapinoe was supposed to leave Reign after the 2022 season. However, she committed to the club for the eleventh consecutive season. Megan Rapinoe?s international career After making her debut for the US under-16 national soccer team in 2002, Rapinoe became a mainstay in the team. Between 2003-2005, her appearance for the US Under-19 team saw her score nine goals in 21 appearances. Her senior team debut happened on July 23, 2006. The match against Taiwan saw her score the first goal of her career in the US jersey. However, Rapinoe, unfortunately, picked up two separate ACL injuries. The USWNT star also ended up missing the 2007 FIFA Women?s World Cup due to those injuries. In 2009, Rapinoe scored the match-winning goal against Norway in the group stage. After winning the group stage, the US succumbed to Sweden in the championship final after losing in the penalty shootout. By 2010, Megan Rapinoe had become a mainstay in the USWNT. The fans weren?t surprised after seeing her name on the 2011 World Cup roster. However, the USWNT?s World Cup campaign came to a tragic end as Rapinoe?s side lost against Japan in the World Cup final. Rapinoe had a fine tournament after scoring one goal and managing three assists in six games. Rapinoe continued the winning form from the London Olympics into the 2015 FIFA Women?s World Cup. Even though the USWNT won the World Cup, Rapinoe?s campaign came to a premature end after she tore her anterior cruciate ligament. The 2019 World Cup saw Rapinoe cementing her legacy as one of the best soccer players. At the age of 34, she also became the oldest woman to score in a FIFA World Cup final. The US team defeated the Netherlands 2-1 in the final while Rapinoe won the Golden Boot with 6 goals; including one in the final. She also won the Golden Ball award as the best player of the tournament. Despite all the success she had during her career, the 2012 London Olympics saw a different side of Rapinoe. The disappointment of losing to Japan at the 2011 World Cup final still lingered as Rapinoe and co avenged that loss with a 2-1 victory in the final. She finished the campaign with three goals and four assists. She also scored a memorable goal directly from the corner. Many ?Team of Tournaments? had Rapinoe?s name on their team. The USWNT star managed to score twice in a memorable 4-3 win against Australia. The USWNT returned home with a bronze medal from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Megan Rapinoe?s activism and philanthropy People from all across the globe recognize Rapinoe for her work for the LGBTQ community. She is directly involved with organizations like the Gay, Lesbian &amp; Straight Education Network (GLSEN) and Athlete Ally. Rapinoe established a gender-neutral lifestyle brand called ?re-inc? in 2019. Other than that, Rapinoe has also been extremely vocal about gender discrimination. She was also one of the pioneers to achieve ?equal pay? between men?s and women?s soccer in the US. Megan Rapinoe?s wife: Sue Bird Sue Bird is a former American WNBA player. Due to her father being Jewish, Bird currently holds Israeli and American citizenship. She and Megan Rapinoe were the first same-gender couple to feature on the cover of the ?Body Issue? of ESPN The Magazine. Megan Rapinoe announced her engagement with basketball star Sue Bird in 2020. However, in multiple interviews, the celebrity couple has mentioned that they aren?t in a hurry to get married. They met during the 2016 Summer Olympics and started dating. In 2017, Sue Bird took the bold step of coming out as gay when she announced her relationship with the USWNT star. She spent her entire professional career at Seattle Storm for over two decades. Bird is also the only WNBA player to win a title in three different decades. She?s also played basketball overseas for three other clubs, namely Dynamo Moscow, Spartak Moscow Region, and UMMC Ekaterinburg. Megan Rapinoe?s Net Worth is estimated to be about $5 million, as per Celebrity Net Worth. On the other hand, Sue Bird?s net worth is estimated to be around $8 million. Hence, the celebrity couple?s combined net worth should be about $13 million. Find out which one of them is wealthier here. Megan Rapinoe?s endorsements? Nike: In December 2021, Megan Rapinoe announced ?Victory Redefined?, her partnership with Nike. Rapinoe&#8217;s deal with the elite sportswear brand is not just about marketing. It was mainly about what victories mean to different communities of people. The exclusive collaboration included a range of caps, geometric print ponchos, training wear, and travel fleeces. Visa: In 2019, Visa decided to make a ?substantial? investment in women?s soccer. The company revealed that Megan Rapinoe would join their roster of athletes. Visa became the first brand partner of the Players of Match Award at a Women?s World Cup. BodyArmor: She signed the contract in 2018 and it was basically a personal endorsement deal. Luna Bars: In 2019, Luna Bar announced that it would give $31,250 each to all 23 soccer players named in the 2019 USWNT World Cup squad. This was mainly to bridge the gap of unequal wages between the men?s and women?s teams. Victoria&#8217;s Secret: In 2021, Victoria?s Secret ditched their actual ?angels? for a new set of faces. Megan Rapinoe was one of the new faces that were introduced. The women?s lingerie brand wanted to advocate for female empowerment. Other brands Rapinoe endorses are Samsung?and Hulu. Megan Rapinoe?s subway commercial Megan Rapinoe was part of a Subway commercial along with Serena Williams, Tom Brady, and Stephen Curry in 2021. The ad campaign was basically to convince people to switch toward a healthier option. Subway released the ad campaign after Megan Rapinoe controversially kneeled down on one knee for the National Anthem at the Tokyo Olympics. The USWNT star did nothing wrong in the ad. It was just her past activities that angered an already angry audience. People threatened Subway to take the ads down, otherwise they would boycott the brand. Megan Rapinoe?s hairstyle Megan Rapinoe has pink hair. As the USWNT star has dealt with social injustice for most of her life, she once claimed that pink hair was just a fun way in which she could express her individuality. Megan Rapinoe?s tattoos W: The W on her right wrist stands for ?Warrior Woman? to represent that the women in her family were warriors. Nature Ran Her Course: This tattoo is on Megan Rapinoe?s left bicep. It says ?Nature Ran Her Course? and it seems like a personal belief she holds. Mammers: This tattoo is on Rapinoe?s left wrist. Mammers in the short form of her mother?s nickname, ?Mammer Jammers?. The tattoo is scripted in Sue Bird, her current partner?s handwriting. California: This tattoo is located on her right bicep. The tattoo is the outline of her hometown, Redding. Three Triangles: This tattoo is located behind her right arm. The tattoo is basically three interconnected triangles. However, she has never spoken about it. Megan Rapinoe kneels down during National Anthem Megan Rapinoe wanted to draw the nation?s attention toward police brutality and racial inequality. She wanted to have more two-sided conversations regarding racism in America. She refused to stand because she first wanted white people to actually stand in support of people of different backgrounds. Megan Rapinoe took a knee in two consecutive games in 2016. The first instance was before the game against Thailand. US Soccer then released a public statement that stated that all players must stand and honor the flag. However, Rapinoe continued to remain on strike and did the same thing before their next game against the Netherlands, too. ORLANDO, FL &#8211; JANUARY 18: Several United States players including United States forward Megan Rapinoe 15 and United States defender Crystal Dunn 19 are seen taking a kneel during the singing of the national anthem in action during an International Friendly, L?nderspiel, Nationalmannschaft match between United States and Colombia on January 18, 2021, at Explora Stadium in Orlando, FL. Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire SOCCER: JAN 18 Women s &#8211; Colombia at USA Icon164210118147 In her book, One Life, Rapinoe mentioned that she couldn?t imagine the impact that her actions had on the entire world. Several years later, different sports players worldwide kneeled as a team before their matches. When will Megan Rapinoe retire? Megan Rapinoe has never seriously considered retirement. She did take a short break from the sport. However, she then found ?renewed joy and passion? and was back in no time. Her main reason for contemplating retirement was frequent injuries. How to contact Megan Rapinoe? Facebook,?Instagram,?Twitter,?Website,?YouTube, Email  Full name Megan Anna Rapinoe  Born July 5, 1985  Place of birth Redding, California, US  Gender Female  Height 5ft 6in (168 cm)  Profession Soccer player  Playing Position Midfielder, Winger  Jersey Number 15  Religion Christianity  Nationality American  Ethnicity Italian, Irish, English  Net Worth $5 million  Parents Jim Rapinoe, Denise Rapinoe  Siblings Rachael Rapinoe, Brian Rapinoe  Twin Rachael Rapinoe  Marital Status Engaged  Wife? N/A  Children N/A

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