Dakar 2026 to Host Youth Olympic Games
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Dakar is the capital of Senegal. In 2026, Dakar will host the Youth Olympic Games.
The Youth Olympic Games are for young athletes. They are like the Olympic Games, but for younger people.
This will be a very special event. Senegal is in Africa. These Games will be the first Youth Olympic Games in Africa.
Actor Omar Sy talked about Dakar 2026. He is happy that Senegal will be in the spotlight.
Omar Sy said it is a great pleasure for Senegal to have this honor.
Three former Senegalese Olympians also shared their memories. They talked about being athletes before.
These athletes competed for Senegal in past Olympic Games. Now they are happy about Dakar 2026.
People in Senegal are excited about the Games. Many people want to learn more about the event.
The Youth Olympic Games will bring young athletes from many countries. They will compete in different sports.
Dakar 2026 is an important moment for Senegal and for Africa.
Vocabulary7 words
- Senegal
- a country in Africa
- Youth Olympic Games
- Olympic Games for young athletes
- athletes
- people who play sports very well
- Omar Sy
- a famous French actor
- honor
- something good and special given to you
- Olympians
- people who compete in the Olympic Games
- sports
- games people play, like running or swimming
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1. Dakar 2. An actor 3. True
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Dakar is the capital of _____.
In 2026, Dakar will host the Youth _____ Games.
The Youth Olympic Games are for young _____.
These Games will be the first Youth Olympic Games in _____.
Actor Omar Sy talked about _____ 2026.
He is happy that Senegal will be in the _____.
Three former Senegalese _____ also shared their memories.
These athletes competed for Senegal in past Olympic _____.
The Youth Olympic Games will bring young athletes from many _____.
Dakar 2026 is an important moment for Senegal and for _____.
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