The French crowd displayed their passionate support by singing their national anthem with great fervor before the gold medal men’s basketball game against the US.
The atmosphere inside the arena was charged with excitement as both teams prepared for the tipoff, with the French players appearing highly motivated. NBA rookie standout Victor Wembanyama's enthusiastic response to the anthem further fueled the crowd, and the French team seemed ready to take on the formidable US lineup.
As the game began, it became evident that Team USA would need to maintain composure and counter the intense energy of the French team from the outset.
The match kicked off with possession in favor of Team USA, signaling the start of what promises to be a thrilling encounter between the two powerhouse teams.