30 years since 1996 Atlanta Olympics: key moments revisited

The 1996 Atlanta Olympics marked the Centennial Games and opened on July 19, 1996. Significant moments include Muhammad Ali lighting the Olympic cauldron, the U.S. women's gymnastics team, known as the Magnificent Seven, winning their first team gold, and Amy Van Dyken capturing four gold medals. Historic performances were also noted, such as Gail Devers winning the 100m final by just.005 seconds. The U.S. softball team claimed gold in its Olympic debut, and Carl Lewis won his fourth long jump gold at the age of 35. These highlights reflect the lasting legacy of the Atlanta Games, transitioning to anticipation for the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Games.

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