The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics concluded with the United States leading the medal tally, securing 40 golds and 126 total medals. Spectators returned in full force, enhancing the Olympic experience, highlighted by thrilling moments such as the US basketball team's dramatic gold medal victory over Serbia, with Stephen Curry scoring 36 points. Simone Biles continued her legacy by winning three golds and one silver, raising her total to 11 Olympic medals. The opening ceremony was memorable, featuring Zinedine Zidane and Rafael Nadal, while individual athletes like India's Vinesh Phogat and Pakistan's Nadeem Arshad faced emotional highs and lows in competition. The games also saw unexpected challenges, including injuries and bizarre incidents that underscored the unpredictability of Olympic sports. The absence of traditional powerhouses like Russia and Belarus in rhythmic gymnastics allowed new talents to shine, marking a fresh chapter in the sport.