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Grand Duke Henri is Olympic constant for Luxembourg’s athletes

While many royals have come and gone from the Paris Olympics to attend different events and engagements at home, Grand Duke Henri has remained in Paris throughout the 2024 Summer Olympics to support Luxembourgish athletes. 

Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa have made a point throughout these Olympic games to continue to meet with Luxembourgish athletes, volunteers, staff, and visitors, in addition to attending different competitions. 

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On day 8, the Grand Duke headed back to Luxembourg House for a meet and greet with athletes. He turned his hand to several different sports, including archery and athletic events. He was also happy to give interviews, as well as chat with many different athletes. 

He’s also been spotted with several members of his family including his son, Prince Louis, who just celebrated his birthday.

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Grand Duke Henri was able to meet with Patrizia van der Weken who made it to the semi-finals of the 100m sprint competition but unfortunately did not qualify for the finals. 

The Grand Duke is a member of the International Olympic Committee and joined the IOC in 1998. 

Luxembourg has thirteen athletes competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics. 

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