Axios

Salt Lake City will host the 2034 Winter Games, the International Olympic Committee formally announced Wednesday in Paris.

State of play: Thousands of fans waving flags with the Olympics symbol celebrated the news at a watch party in downtown Salt Lake that started around 3am MT.

Kayak cross is another new kid on the block at the Paris Olympics.

Why it matters: For the first time in Olympic history, athletes will compete in a sprint race combining kayak and canoe slalom disciplines.

Breaking is coming to the Paris Olympics and hip-hop culture will be on full display.

Why it matters: For the first time in Olympic history, 32 breakers (16 B-boys and 16 B-girls) will compete in one-on-one battles.

By 2050, a majority of the world will be too hot in the late summer to safely host the Olympics, according to an Axios analysis of data from CarbonPlan, a nonprofit climate research organization.

Why it matters: The Paris Olympics shines a spotlight on extreme heat, with Athletes raising concerns about scorching temperatures, which could not only affect the health of athletes and attendees, but also impact performance.

While all eyes will be on Paris when the Olympics kick off Friday, the City of Love this week resembles more of a ghost town.

Why it matters: A large swath of the city along the Seine River — home to the opening ceremony — is closed to all but those with permission or Olympic credentials.

A record number of National Women's Soccer League players are suiting up for Olympic competitions.

Why it matters: The NWSL reports it is fielding more players in the Games than any other league in the world.

• That's 56 players representing 11 countries, including the United States.

When the Olympics take place in the "fashion capital of the world," expect the uniforms to be fit for a runway.

Why it matters: The world will be watching the summer games in Paris for sports — and fashion — starting with the opening ceremony on Friday.