PLAYLIST: A musical guide to each Paris Olympics sport, from archery to wrestling

From the operatic opening ceremony to athletes' warmup songs, music is intrinsic to the Paris Olympics now underway.

Athletes from around the world are competing in dozens of disciplines among 32 sports. For those watching at home: Do you know what you're going listening to during commercial breaks, while making snacks, or to distract you in moments where your favorite isn't doing that hot? We've got you, with a cheeky musical guide to each sport — some picks more literal than others.

Listen to the full playlist on Spotify here.

While this cut from “Lover” was in her Eras Tour set, Swift executed some apt choreography, pulling back an invisible arrow and making this the obvious choice for the bow-wielding sport.

In the pantheon of aspirational songs that mention or center on running, none has had the resurgence of this gothic '80s tune.

There is something subtly dignified about badminton. It is a classic-feeling racquet sport, and it requires a similarly first-rate song, like this French pop hit.

The hip-hop all-star collaboration “Forever” was on the soundtrack to LeBron James 's 2008 “More Than a Game” documentary, making it the perfect basketball track. James has been selected as Team USA's male flagbearer this year, making it all the more appropriate.

Arguably the greatest moment of lyrical songwriting on this list, this 1969 classic partially about, yes, a boxer is a narrative masterpiece.

Some music is inextricable from movement. This future-seeking record, all early-electronica and robot-rap, is perfect for the Olympics' newest sport.

The indie band was a participant in the once popular “chillwave,” a subgenre that sounded like, well, drifting in water.

Heavy breathing that bleeds into minimalistic electronica from the progenitors themselves — if that doesn't make you want to grab a bicycle, nothing will.

Perhaps the word “dressage” isn't the first one that comes to mind when this banger by the late Keith and the great Nelson plays, but “horses” certainly does.

Many sports are depicted in the K-pop girl group's music video, among them fencing. That should be enough cause for celebration.

Written for the other kind of hockey, this country classic has a malleable warmth to it that works just fine for summer.

“Puntería” was the official theme of TelevisaUnivision’s broadcast of the recently concluded 2024 Copa América; there's no reason it doesn't work for the Olympics, too. Surely Argentina fans would agree.

You could opt for the Tom Jones cover, or the original Johnny Darrell, but nothing beats Wagoner's ode to the green.

At the U.S. Classic earlier this year, Simone Biles debuted the routine she may bring to the Olympics, which ends with “Delresto (Echoes).”

This instantly recognizable postwar ballad is all about moving forward unapologetically. In the case of handball at the Olympics, a sport that has been lately dominated by France, this song takes on a different meaning. Don't look at those past accomplishments; push forward to the next.

It might not be particularly imaginative, but nothing says “combat sport" quite like “Ain't No Problems” from Waka Flocka Flame, Young Thug and Judo. Get it?

The modern pentathlon semifinals and finals will take place at the Palace of Versailles this year, inspiring this pick from the Swedish power metal band.

The entire music video centers on rowing, which makes this reunion-era cut from the beloved British boy band perfect for the watersport.

In 1973, the Welsh singer and comedian wrote this song to celebrate Wales' victory over England. It's since become a rugby classic.

Sailing is a vintage sport, and no voice takes a listener back to a certain time than Holiday's swinging tone. Across this 1937 song, Holiday is in full force, weaving interesting phrasing and tempos.

In film, shooting is often depicted by athletes getting low on the ground to shoot — see what we did there? The reality is a bit more complicated, but the sentiment still stands.

Skateboarding is a fairly new sport to the Olympics, first introduced at the Tokyo Olympics. No song better encapsulates the youthful spirit of skateboarding culture quite like Lupe Fiasco's “Kick, Push.”

Back in her “Hannah Montana” days, Miley Cyrus released this barn-burning, country-pop power ballad about perseverance. It is almost too fitting.

The competition may be in Tahiti, but there was no other choice.

Before becoming a celebrated voice in Latin trap and reggaetón, Carrión was a competitive swimmer, even representing his native Puerto Rico at the 2010 Central American and Caribbean Games.

The visual for this one-time K-pop bop shows the girl group getting very serious about table tennis. The song has all the ebullience of the sport, too.

With the Olympics taking on special significance for the athletes representing the Palestinian territories this year, the energetic techno track from one of the most exciting Palestinian DJs goes to taekwondo, in honor of competitor Omar Ismail. Ismail is the lone Palestinian athlete to qualify in his own right for the Games, although others got in through a wild-card system.

In lieu of listening to the entire “Challengers” score in one sitting, Lorde's “Tennis Court” should scratch the itch.

When all else fails, this bombastic rock hit delivers. The band wrote the song's chord changes to mirror punches in “Rocky III.” That might make it seem better suited for boxing, but truth be told, this classic works even better for triathlon. The song is all about endurance — just like the sport.

Three years ago, N'Gapeth helped France win gold at the Tokyo Olympics. He's competing once again this year, and also happens to be a very talented rapper.

There is nothing people who lift weights love more than Eminem. Except maybe lifting weights.

The fittingly named London indie rock band of yesteryear were once masters at articulating the scars of youth. And adolescence often feels like an internal wrestling match.

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Regis Scott, a polyclinic medical team member, sits in the Olympic rings in the Olympic Village at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Colombian singer Shakira performs at halftime of the Copa America final soccer match between Argentina and Colombia in Miami Gardens, Fla., Sunday, July 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

A taxi passes an Olympic lane on a street near Bercy Arena ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

The Eiffel Tower is seen behind a Paris Olympics canvas, from the Trocadero plaza Thursday, July 18, 2024 in Paris. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Olympic volunteer Manuella Mallam has her photo taken with the Olympic rings outside Bercy Arena ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Paris, France. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Members of a firefighter brigade band cross the street to perform at a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, July 20, 2024, in Paris. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers had hoped that Bryce Young would put an end to their ever-churning quarterback carousel when they selected him No. 1 overall last year.

But two games into his second season, Young has been benched and the Panthers are back to another journeyman quarterback. The 36-year-old Andy Dalton will take over the offense on Sunday when the Panthers (0-2) visit the Las Vegas Raiders.

“I’m really excited for this opportunity,” Dalton said with a big smile. “When I came here, I wasn’t sure if I was going to get another opportunity to start again. I’m really looking forward to it. I’m excited about what’s ahead. It’s a tough situation. I’ve been on both sides of it and it’s hard for everybody. But for me, I’m looking forward to it.”

This may be Dalton's wish, but it wasn't the Panthers'.

They wanted — in fact, needed — Young to succeed after giving up four draft picks and wide receiver D.J. Moore to move up eight spots in the draft to get him. But Young is 2-16 as an NFL starter with more interceptions than touchdowns and the fan base has grown irritable and apathetic following the constant losing.

No team has a worse record (31-70) than the Panthers since 2018.

It's no coincidence Carolina's struggles began shortly after shoulder and ankle injuries caught up with franchise quarterback Cam Newton in 2016. The Panthers made the playoffs in 2017, but lost in the first round.

They haven't been back since.

And the quarterback issue has been an issue ever since.

The Panthers have tried a number of options along the way, including several reclamation projects.

They signed free-agent Teddy Bridgewater and traded for former top draft picks Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield. Ten different quarterbacks have started for the Panthers since 2018, including Kyle Allen, Taylor Heinicke, Will Grier and P.J. Walker.

Dalton, now 36, started a game last year for Carolina as an injury replacement for Young.

The 14-year NFL veteran completed 34 of 58 pass attempts for 361 yards and two touchdowns, but the Panthers lost 37-27 at Seattle. Still, it was the best the offense looked all season.

Now Dalton gets another shot, this time in an offense under new head coach and play caller Dave Canales.

“I think the way we build things and the way we do things if you can get the ball out of your hands and make quick decisions and play with timing and accuracy and anticipation, all that kind of stuff," Dalton said. “There’s a lot of that in this offense.”

Canales said he benched the struggling Young because he felt Dalton “gives us the best chance to win" after Sunday's 26-3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Frankly, the bar isn't all that high.

The Panthers have been outscored 73-13 this season, including 53-3 in the first half of two games. Dalton is clearly viewed as a stopgap until the Panthers figure out what to do next at the quarterback position.

“After I watched the film, I had a thought in mind. We talked and I had to make the decision that was best for the team,″ Canales said. “I certainly take it personal. This is about building a culture, this is about building a football team that plays to a certain style, and that’s my main focus."

He added, “And above all, it’s to help the Panthers to win. So that’s what the decision was about."

Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce didn’t know about the Panthers QB change on Monday until he was told by reporters.

“A veteran quarterback," Pierce said of Dalton. “We just had some meetings, but hmmm, I’ve got to go back to the drawing boards now.”

Dalton was all smiles on Monday.

“I think at this point in my career, I’m just thankful for an opportunity. I didn’t know if I was going to get it again. So, I’m fired up, I’m pumped to get a chance to do what I’ve done my whole career,” Dalton said. “I’ve been in this position before and I am able to have conversations and I think just the experience I’ve had in this league for a long time resonates with a lot of people, when I’m able to say certain things.”

AP Sports Writer Mark Anderson in Las Vegas contributed to this report.

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FILE - Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) looks to pass against the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL football game, Sept. 24, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/ John Froschauer, File)