IOC President Thomas Bach made a lighthearted pun during his speech at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which was met with a groan from commentator Andrew Cotter. Despite his Seine-themed pun, Bach praised the athletes for their stellar performances and competitiveness throughout the Games.
Tony Estanguet, the president of the Organizing Committee for Paris 2024, also delivered a speech thanking the spectators and athletes for their contributions to the successful event. He invited everyone to attend the Paralympics in Paris in a few weeks.
The closing ceremony featured performances from musical acts like Phoenix and Air, as well as a memorable visual display involving the Olympic rings being revealed from the stadium floor. The event concluded with a celebration of the Women’s Marathon and the athletes, with Sifan Hassan of the Netherlands taking home the gold medal.
Overall, the Paris 2024 Olympics were praised for their energetic atmosphere and enthusiastic crowds, which were absent during the Tokyo Games due to the pandemic. The Games saw many unforgettable moments, including standout performances from athletes like Femke Bol and Harrie Lafreysen of the Netherlands. The success of the Paris Olympics has set the stage for an exciting Paralympic Games to follow.
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