A year after the Paris 2024 Olympics, one burning question remains: where was Kylian Mbappé during the opening ceremony? According to Le Canard Enchaîné, the Real Madrid striker reportedly declined to carry the Olympic torch… because he wasn’t chosen as the final bearer.
Yes, you read that right: Mbappé wanted the spotlight moment. But that honor went to Teddy Riner and Marie-José Pérec — two undisputed French Olympic legends. So, no torch, no Kylian. And apparently, a little frustration on his end.
Mbappé claps back with humor
Rather than fueling the controversy, Mbappé responded with a laugh. On Friday, he took to X (formerly Twitter) with a tongue-in-cheek message:
“LOL You forgot to mention I also wanted to be the captain of the French basketball team… I was just chilling on vacation on the other side of the world. No reason to be the final torchbearer — I’ve got no history with the Olympics.”
Clear message: not involved, not offended. Mbappé reminded everyone he’s never competed in the Olympics — and had no reason to steal the show from those who have.
A soft but savvy clapback, delivered with his signature cool.
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