Paris 2024 Olympics came to a close with a grand ceremony at the Stade de France. The event featured performances by top artists such as Air, Phoenix, and Benjamin Bernheim. The stadium was transformed to represent the five continents and its oceans, with athletes parading around the stage.
The closing ceremony paid tribute to the history of the Games, with references to French history and culture. The Olympic rings were excavated from the stadium floor, and a Golden Voyager appeared in the sky, symbolizing the spirit of the Bastille. The Marathon event was celebrated, highlighting the Women’s March on Versailles in 1789.
Over 10,500 athletes participated in Paris 2024, with many of them taking part in the closing party. The event also thanked the 45,000 volunteers who helped make the Games a success. Spectators and athletes alike were moved by the enthusiastic support of the crowds, which had been missing in Tokyo due to the pandemic.
The closing ceremony ended with the transfer of the Olympic flag from Paris to LA, setting the stage for the next Games. The event featured musical performances, acrobatics, and a celebration of the shared experience of the Olympic Games. Athletes and fans alike shared their favorite moments from the Games, reflecting on the incredible sporting achievements and the joy of competing in front of a passionate audience.
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