The opening ceremony of the Youth Olympic Games 2018 was held at the Argentinian capital Buenos Aires, on Saturday. The glitzy event was held on the streets, for the first time. The Games will bring 4,000 athletes from 206 teams, aged 15-18.
The national flag of Argentina is displayed on the iconic Obelisk of Buenos Aires.
The 9 de Julio avenue and the area around the Obelisk of Buenos Aires lit up at dusk.
Actors, lifted by a crane, perform around the Olympic Rings.
The Wild Boars football team from Thailand got a special mention for their “great strength and resilience”. The youngsters and their coach were rescued from a cave in Thailand after being trapped for nearly two weeks. Their story was followed across the world.
Dancers perform the tango, a form of dance that has its roots in Argentina.
Dancers of the Mora Godoy tango company perform on stage.
Argentinian tennis icon Gabriela Sabatini makes an appearance.
Actors on the Obelisk walls represent some of the sporting events at the Games.
Young athletes from the host nation, Argentina, carry the torch towards the Cauldron.
The Puerto Rico delegation have some fun as they make their appearance at the opening ceremony.
The Turkish contingent at the Games.
International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach addressed the youngsters, saying “this experience will stay with you for all your life”.
Spectators and delegates cheer on.