One Piece Takes on Paris Olympics as Pro Athletes Channel Luffy

One Piece Takes on Paris Olympics as Pro Athletes Channel Luffy

As a seasoned gamer and anime enthusiast who has been following the journey of One Piece since its inception two decades ago, it’s simply astonishing to witness this beloved franchise making waves at the Paris Olympics 2024! It seems that Monkey D. Luffy’s influence is not just confined to the digital realm but has seeped into the real world, even inspiring athletes like Payton Otterdahl to channel his inner Haki and Gear Fourth Boundman during competition.


The popular anime series, One Piece, has unexpectedly surfaced at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with some professional athletes giving a shout-out to Monkey D. Luffy. With the anime marking its 25th anniversary this year, the franchise is experiencing unprecedented growth and can now be found in the most unexpected locations. As One Piece progresses through its Final Saga towards its ultimate conclusion, it seems to be edging ever closer to becoming a global phenomenon.

One Piece continues to dominate the world with the newest episodes and manga chapters, and it’s clear that Luffy’s been influence all sorts of fans all over the world. This includes some of the athletes who have been competing such as Payton Otterdahl, who was representing the United States of America in the shot put and ultimately placed fourth in the world. But before doing so, Otterdahl pumped himself with Haki to be like Luffy’s Gear Fourth Boundman form. Check it out:

During the Olympics held in Paris, American athlete Payton Otterdahl showcases the Gear 4 stance!

— Sam (@yonkoluffyszn) August 3, 2024

Where to Watch and Read One Piece

As a devoted One Piece fan like myself, here’s an exciting piece of news for you! If you wish to revisit the epic journey from the very start, complete with OVAs, movies, and specials, you can stream the entire back catalog on Crunchyroll, offering both Japanese original and English dubbed audio. The latest arc, “One Piece: Egghead Arc”, is currently airing weekly and can be found streaming on Crunchyroll and Netflix, following its premiere in Japan. Enjoy the adventure!

As a fellow enthusiast, I’d like to share that you can catch up on the latest chapters of the captivating “One Piece” manga (with the last three chapters accessible for free). You can do this through Viz Media’s digital Shonen Jump library or Shueisha’s MangaPlus service. If you’re curious about what lies ahead, these platforms offer a great way to peek into the future. And if you’d like to revisit the rich history of this series that spans decades, the entire back catalog is available as well!

Beyond the standard releases of “One Piece” in anime and manga, there are additional means to experience this popular franchise. For instance, a live-action “One Piece” series on Netflix is under development, with Season 2 expected soon. Furthermore, an entirely new anime adaptation of “One Piece,” titled “The One Piece,” is being produced by Netflix and will retrace the entire series from its beginning.

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2024-08-05 06:09