All the Weirdest Moments From the Sochi Olympic Opening Ceremony

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By Neha Prakash2014-02-07 23:38:28 UTC

Giant dancing teddy bears, women in questionable outfits, a girl flying through the air — we're not describing a Miley Cyrus concert, but rather the Winter Olympics opening ceremony.

The Olympics usually stand for tradition, culture and athleticism, but the opening ceremony gives countries a change to add their own particular flair. And what did Putin opt for? Disney-inspired ballerinas, a mechanical horse and dancing jellyfish.

See also: 13 Olympic Figure Skaters Whose Faces Might Get Stuck Like This

Sochi also had a bit of hard time getting all five Olympic rings working properly. Perhaps there's hope for the closing ceremony, though.

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Topics: Pics, Olympics, Sports, Watercooler, Winter Games, Winter Olympics 2014, WTF

Image: AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty/Associated Press