The Mascots
First ambassadors for the Games
Paris 2024 presents the Phryges! These little Phrygian caps are the mascots of Paris 2024. Discover the history of this tribe of colourful red characters based on the famous Phrygian cap - a symbol of freedom. The Phrygians have stood shoulder to shoulder with the French people throughout all the key moments in the nation’s history; today, they are convinced that sport can change everything! With the Phryges, let’s drive a revolution through sport!
Revolution through sport
Our mascots want to play a role in the lives of French people and help bring more sport into our everyday lives. And what could be better than little Phrygian caps to lead this revolution through sport with Paris 2024?
Who are the Phryges?
The Phrygian cap
The Phryges are based on an item of clothing that is a symbol of freedom and has been a part of French history for centuries, dating back to ancient times. After featuring on certain flags in Latin America before becoming widely popularised by French revolutionaries, the Phrygian cap has now become a familiar image in France. A symbol of revolution, the French Republic and freedom, the Phrygian cap can be seen on French national icon Marianne, depicted in busts at town halls across the country and on stamps, and is also covered in the national curriculum in schools.
The Phrygian tribe
The Phryges follow a long lineage, as the Phrygian cap was part of all the major events in French history. The French National Archives show records of Phrygian caps worn during the construction of Paris’ Notre-Dame cathedral in 1163, during the Revolution of 1789, during work to build the Eiffel Tower, and during the Paris 1924 Olympic Games.
Our two heroes
The Olympic Phryge
Always thoughtful and an astute strategist, she embarks on adventures only after carefully weighing up all the pros and cons. Just like the Olympic athletes, she knows the importance of measuring all the various parameters to achieve her goals. With her sharp mind, she is modest and prefers to hide her emotions. The Olympic Phryge will lead the movement of all those who take part in sport, and believe us, she will give her all to get France moving!
The Paralympic Phryge
Did you recognise the running prosthetic she proudly wears, enabling her to run at lighting speed? Her passion is to blaze a trail; some might say she is fearless, which might be true, but one thing is certain: she hates being bored and loves to try new things. No matter the sport, and regardless of whether she competes as part of a team or on her own, she is always game to play. With her, you will get moving, playing, dancing, and sweating! With her mindset of being the perfect supporter, she loves promoting the values of sport, celebrating athletes in all arenas and all the Games venues, and partying to celebrate victories or get over defeats.
Their mission
Inspiring France to get moving
With millennia of experience, the Phryges know that any revolution needs preparation. Our two heroes have spent the last two years working to get France and its people active! Hosting the Games is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so don’t miss out on the celebrations!
Heading up this movement, the Olympic Phryge and Paralympic Phryge have one message: sport can change everything! Our lives, our health, our relationships with others, how we relate to nature - it is time to welcome more sport into our lives!
