The 2024 Paris Olympic Games have officially come to a close. Leon Marchand, the athlete who carried the Olympic flame, made a grand entrance at the Stade de France. The crowd chanted his name as he joined six other athletes on stage. IOC President Bach declared the Games closed, and the Olympic flame was extinguished, marking the end of Paris 2024.
In his speech, President Bach invited the youth of the world to gather in Los Angeles in four years for the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad. The French singer Yseult performed a moving rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” to wrap up the ceremony.
As the focus shifted to Los Angeles, Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg, and Dr. Dre performed from the Venice Beach Lifeguard station. The Red Hot Chili Peppers entertained the crowd with their music, and Tom Cruise made a dramatic entrance by abseiling from the roof of the stadium to receive the Olympic flag.
The closing ceremony was a mix of music, performances, and symbolic gestures. The athletes from around the world gathered on stage, representing the five continents and the Refugee Olympic Team. The event showcased the unity and spirit of the Olympic Games.
As the Olympic flag was handed over to Los Angeles, the audience witnessed a seamless transition between host cities. The ceremony ended with a message of gratitude and anticipation for the next Games in Paris in a few weeks for the Paralympics 2024.
The closing ceremony was a celebration of the athletes, sport, and the shared experience of the Games. It was a reminder of the greatness that humans can achieve through competition and camaraderie. The event was filled with music, performances, and emotional moments that captured the essence of the Olympic spirit.
The Paris 2024 Olympics may have come to a close, but the memories and moments from the Games will always remain. The athletes, volunteers, and spectators made the event a success, and the world eagerly awaits the next chapter in Los Angeles in 2028.
