PARIS, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- Originally constructed in 1889 for the Universal Expo, the Eiffel Tower has now become a symbol of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Philip Eiffel, the great-great-grandson of its designer, Gustave Eiffel, told Xinhua's Miao Xiaojuan in an exclusive interview.
Since the Games began, the tower has provided an unparalleled backdrop for athletes and spectators from around the world. Furthermore, when athletes win gold, they will take home a piece of the host city's iconic landmark as a lasting memento.
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