Flag-bearers for the Olympics are the athletes whose country’s flag will be carried during the parade of countries. Flag-bearers for the Olympics are the athletes whose country’s flag will be carried during the parade of countries. This position is a great honour that shows national pride and is usually given to an outstanding or well-known athlete from each country’s delegation. https://www.actiongamesnow.com/2-golfers-named-flag-bearers-for-olympics-opening-ceremony/