France, PARIS: The 2024 Paris Olympics has set a new benchmark for LGBTQ+ visibility, featuring a record 191 athletes who openly identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or nonbinary. This surpasses the previous record of 186 at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, reflecting a growing trend of openness among athletes. Jim Buzinski of Outsports highlights that increased visibility is crucial for true representation, noting the significant leap from just five openly LGBTQ+ athletes at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

Paris 2024 has prominently showcased diversity and inclusion, including drag queens and refugee athletes during the opening ceremony. While this emphasis on inclusivity has been praised, it has also faced criticism from some religious conservatives. Thomas Bach, the President of the International Olympic Committee, emphasized the Olympic Games' dedication to inclusivity by affirming that everyone has a place in the world of the Olympics.

To safeguard LGBTQ+ athletes from potential risks in countries where being openly gay is perilous, Grindr has disabled location-based features within the Olympic Village. This measure aims to prevent athletes from being outed through app data, a precaution also taken during the 2022 Beijing Olympics. Despite this, some users have expressed frustration over access issues, highlighting the ongoing challenge of balancing security with the desire for social connection.