French fans show intense support, with two in three Olympics ticket-buyers being French. They chant, wave flags, paint faces, and gather in fan zones, creating a unique and lively atmosphere.
French athletes like Léon Marchand and Teddy Riner have become household names, dominating media and public attention, sparking a state of sport-induced euphoria nationwide.
The French have reached their highest-ever medal total with a week left, fueling an unprecedented level of Olympic fever throughout the country, with broadcasts dedicating hours to sports like fencing.
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