Images of Olympic training and readiness from Paris (and Tahiti) from the past week

An elevated view of Paris buildings and part of the Eiffel Tower, with the Olympic rings mounted on the tower's side

Photos: Olympic Preparations in Paris

Images of Olympic training and readiness from Paris (and Tahiti) from the past week

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