China achieved its best performance at a Summer Olympics since 2008, winning 40 gold medals, tying the USA for the most. This record was achieved despite doping allegations against Chinese swimmers, which the country refuted. China dominated in diving, table tennis, badminton, weightlifting, and shooting, and achieved breakthrough golds in artistic swimming, rhythmic gymnastics, women’s boxing, and singles tennis.
Tom Cruise made a dramatic entrance at the Paris Olympics closing ceremony, rappelling from the Stade de France roof and speeding off on a motorcycle with the Olympic flag, signifying the handover to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games. The event culminated with a prerecorded video of Cruise skydiving towards the Hollywood sign, incorporating the Olympic rings into the iconic landmark.
The Paris Olympics came to a dazzling end with a captivating closing ceremony at the Stade de France. The event showcased artistic performances, Hollywood glamour, and a symbolic passing of the Olympic flag to Los Angeles. The ceremony featured a musical tribute to Paris, performances by Tom Cruise and Snoop Dogg, and a celebration of the Games’ spirit of inclusivity and peace.
Paraguayan swimmer Luan Alonso has made headlines after claiming Brazilian footballer Neymar sent her a direct message on Instagram. This comes after reports surfaced alleging Alonso was kicked out of the Paris Olympics village for ‘creating an inappropriate atmosphere.’ Alonso, however, denied these reports and announced her retirement from swimming, stating that her last race was at the Paris Olympics.
The United States of America claimed the gold medal in women’s basketball at the 2024 Olympic Games, defeating France in the final. This victory secured the USA’s top spot in the overall medal standings. Explore the top 10 countries based on their medal count at the end of the Olympic Games.
A shirtless man scaled the Eiffel Tower just hours before the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024. Authorities initiated an evacuation process after spotting him above the Olympic rings. The closing ceremony is scheduled for 9 pm local time at Stade de France.
Today’s top news includes the latest developments in the Hindenburg-Adani case, a warning issued by Bangladesh’s interim government to media organizations, and details about the upcoming closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024. Also, the Indian stock market is expected to experience volatility on Monday due to the fresh allegations against SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband.
Bhutanese runner Kinzang Lhamo received a standing ovation as she finished the marathon in Paris, showcasing true Olympic spirit. Despite finishing over an hour and a half after the winner, she was cheered on by the crowd, embodying the original Olympic ideal of amateur participation.
The 2024 Paris Olympics have concluded, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable moments and athletic achievements. Witness the closing ceremony live on NBC, Peacock, Sling TV, Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, YouTube TV, or utilize a VPN for international viewers.
China has overtaken the USA in the gold medal count at the Paris Olympics, but the US has become the first nation to reach 100 total medals. India’s Aman Sehrawat won bronze in men’s wrestling, but the country dropped to 71st in the overall standings.
