A prominent UFC athlete says that the Christian faith was disrespected during the opening ceremony of the Olympics.

Many fans were left feeling disappointed and unhappy with the way The Last Supper was portrayed during the Olympic opening ceremony. The ceremony, held in Paris on Friday night, received mixed reviews from the public. While Celine Dion's performance was praised, there were also a number of gaffes and strange displays that left viewers confused.

One particular segment that caused controversy was a performance featuring drag queens Nicky Doll, Paloma, and Piche. The performers were arranged in a way that resembled the iconic painting of Jesus Christ and his apostles in The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci. This segment received a mixed reception, with some viewers feeling that it was disrespectful to Christianity.

Among those who criticized the segment was French UFC star Benoit Saint-Denis, who took to social media to express his disappointment at the way Christianity was "humiliated" in the ceremony. As a former member of the French army, Saint-Denis felt personally offended by the segment.

American boxer Ryan Garcia also spoke out against the performance, calling for a boycott of the Olympics. In his Instagram post, he stated that religion should not be disrespected in front of millions of viewers.

The artistic director of the opening ceremony, Thomas Jolly, has since defended the segment, stating that any references to The Last Supper were unintentional. He emphasized the importance of artistic freedom and the right to love and believe in whatever one chooses, as we live in a free country.

Meanwhile, the winner of Drag Race France, Le Filip, also chimed in on the controversy. The performer stated that the French government knew what they were doing and wanted to showcase their country in the best way possible. They also defended the lack of restraint in expression during the ceremony, stating that it was a reflection of the freedom we have in France.

In response to the criticism, Le Filip expressed sadness and stated that it felt like the words of someone who wasn't invited to the ceremony. They also expressed their disappointment that everyone couldn't come together and enjoy the event.

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