Paris Olympics Concludes with Star-Studded Ceremony

The Paris 2024 Olympics concluded today with a star-studded closing ceremony featuring Tom Cruise performing a stunt to symbolize the transfer of the Olympic torch to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games. China finished at the top of the medal table with 39 golds and a total of 90 medals, followed by the United States with 38 golds and 122 total medals. The closing ceremony at Stade de France will include performances from Billie Eilish and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Before the ceremony, the women's marathon and other events will determine 14 remaining gold medals, including a potential historic eighth consecutive gold for the U.S. women's basketball team. The event marks a significant conclusion to the 17-day global sports festival held in Paris, which saw participation from 82 countries, with Pakistan ranking 62nd and securing one gold medal. The atmosphere is celebratory as the Olympic flame is set to be extinguished, highlighting the games' significance.