Paris Olympics 2024 Closing Ceremony Today: From Daring Stunt by Tom Cruise to Time and Where To Watch, Deets Here
First Published: 11th August, 2024 18:02 IST
The 16-day Games witnessed numerous memorable moments and will finally end with a traditional closing ceremony
As the highly-anticipated Paris Olympics 2024 draws to a close, the closing ceremony is set to take place at the Stade de France on August 11. For Indian viewers the event will begin at 12:30 AM IST on August 12.
The 16-day Games witnessed numerous memorable moments and will finally end with a traditional closing ceremony that will celebrate the achievements of athletes and the success of the host city. Notably Athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees (NOC) took part in the quadrennial event.
Despite a challenging tournament, India will return with a total of six medals—five bronze and one silver—India finished 71st in the overall medal tally without securing any gold.
Here’s all you need to know about the grand closing ceremony:
When is the Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony set to take place?
The Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony will start at 12:30 AM IST on August 12(Monday).
Where will the Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony be held?
The Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony will be held at the Stade de France
What is going to happen at the Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony?
Several significant performances will mark the end of the Paris Olympics 2024. The evening will feature a grand athletes’ parade, followed by the recognition of the 45,000 volunteers who contributed to the Games. The women’s marathon medal ceremony will also take place. The Olympic flame, which has been displayed and admired by tens of thousands of fans at the Tuileries, will be extinguished. Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee, will officially declare the end of the Games. Finally, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo will transfer the Olympic flag to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, marking the handover of the Games to the next host city.
Who will perform at the Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony?
Artistic director Thomas Jolly has promised a ceremony combining “wonder” with “dystopia,” marking a departure from the exuberant opening ceremony. Reports also suggest that Hollywood actor Tom Cruise may perform a daring stunt on the roof of the Stade de France. According to a report by Business Standard, rap artist Snoop Dogg, who appeared in the opening ceremony with the Olympic torch, will also be performing at the closing ceremony.
Who will be the flagbearers for India at the Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony?
Indian flagbearers for the ceremony will include Manu Bhaker, a dual bronze medalist, and PR Sreejesh, the veteran goalkeeper of the men’s hockey team.
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