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5 memorable moments from the Winter Olympics opening ceremony

The 23rd Winter Olympics opened in Pyeongchang, South Korea on Friday. Here Press Association Sport looks at five things you will not forget from the opening ceremony.

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1. Peace at last?

South Korean president Moon Jae-in shakes hands with Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un
South Korean president Moon Jae-in shakes hands with Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un (Mike Egerton/PA Images)

2. Bare-chested cheek

Tonga flag bearer Pita Taufatofua opted for showmanship over warmth at the opening ceremony
Tonga flag bearer Pita Taufatofua opted for showmanship over warmth at the opening ceremony (David Davies/PA Images)

3. Short on style

Flag bearer Tucker Murphy leads Bermuda into the Winter Olympics opening ceremony, in his shorts
Flag bearer Tucker Murphy leads Bermuda into the Winter Olympics opening ceremony, in his shorts (David Davies/PA Wire)

4. The elephant in the arena

The Olympic Athletes from Russia during the opening ceremony
The Olympic Athletes from Russia during the opening ceremony (Mike Egerton/PA Images)

5. Not-so strong-armed Lizzy

Lizzy Yarnold leading Great Britain into the Winter Olympics opening ceremony
Lizzy Yarnold leading Great Britain into the Winter Olympics opening ceremony (Mike Egerton/PA Images)
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