Fencing on the National Mall. Image by angela n. used with permission.

In another universe, in which Washington’s bid to host the 2024 Olympics was successful, the District would be the center of the sports world this week. Clearly many photographers are feeling inspired by the Paris games anyway. Savor these sporty favorites from the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool!

In that other universe, the Iroquois Republic dominates Olympic lacrosse gold. Image by Diane Krauthamer licensed under Creative Commons.

Cross country? No, it's the Olympics, not varsity. Call it marathon training. Image by Joe Flood licensed under Creative Commons.

Cycling, yes, definitely an Olympic sport. Scootering... maybe in 2028. Image by Daniel Kelly used with permission.

If paddle-boating were an event, obviously the Tidal Basin would host the medal rounds, but maybe qualifying in Reston? Image by Daniel Kelly used with permission.

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Dan Malouff is a transportation planner for Arlington and an adjunct professor at George Washington University. He uses this byline for Photo Friday posts, but you can find his other writing under the byline Dan Malouff, and his photography as BeyondDC on Flickr and Instagram.