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Called "The Isles of Wonder," this year's opening ceremony will be directed by Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle and officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
This year's Olympic Games will last until August 12, with more than 10,000 athletes from 204 National Olympic Committees participating.
Will you watch this year's Olympics? What do you expect from the opening ceremony? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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