Paris: Paris ended its two and a half weeks of Olympic Games with a vibrant closing ceremony at the national stadium, celebrating with fireworks and a grand party. The event marked the handover of the Games to Los Angeles for 2028.
The ceremony featured an artistic show with Olympic themes, music by the French band Phoenix, and performances by big names like Billie Eilish and Snoop Dogg. French swimmer Léon Marchand, who won four gold medals, lit the Olympic flame, and the stadium was filled with flags and cheering athletes.
Paris used its landmarks like the Eiffel Tower as part of the Games, making it a spectacular event. The closing ceremony highlighted women’s achievements, including the women’s marathon, and awarded medals embedded with Eiffel Tower pieces.
The U.S. topped the medal count with 126 medals, including three golds by Simone Biles. The artistic part of the ceremony featured space-age themes and Olympic symbols. Despite some controversy over the opening ceremony, the closing event was a joyful celebration of sports and unity.