The Paris 2024 Olympics are racing towards a thrilling close, with the finish line set for August 11. It’s been 19 intense days since the games kicked off on July 26, and we still have some jaw-dropping events to look forward to.
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Right now, the sports schedule is packed. Artistic swimming is hitting its climax with the medal rounds, and basketball fans are in for a treat with the men’s and women’s finals. Over on the track, the women’s 1500m and javelin finals promise fierce competition, while the men’s 110m hurdles are sure to be a spectacle. Don’t forget the marathons this weekend—the men run on Saturday and the women on Sunday.
Let’s not overlook some standout performances either. Brazil’s women’s football team defeated Spain 4-2 in the Olympic semifinals, with goals from Gabi Portilho, Adriana, Kerolin, and an own goal from Paredes. They will face the United States for the gold medal in Paris on Saturday.
In artistic gymnastics, Rebeca Andrade won gold in the floor exercise at the Paris 2024 Olympics, scoring 14.166. This victory made her Brazil’s most decorated Olympic athlete, surpassing sailors Robert Scheidt and Torben Grael. Andrade also earned silver in the all-around and vault, and bronze in the team event, adding to her impressive Olympic tally.
É OUROOOOOOO PARA A MAIOR MEDALHISTA OLÍMPICA DO BRASIL! 🇧🇷
Rebeca Andrade conquista o ouro na final individual do solo e eterniza o seu nome entre as realezas do esporte. 👑
São quatro medalhas em #Paris2024 e mais duas em #Tóquio2020. No Brasil, ninguém subiu ao pódio… pic.twitter.com/rrJKEpx0oM
— Time Brasil (@timebrasil) August 5, 2024
When is the closing ceremony for the 2024 Olympics?
As for the grand finale, the closing ceremony at the Stade de France on Sunday night is shaping up to be a major highlight. Rumor has it, the show will feature a mix of over a hundred performers and some top-tier singers, though they’re keeping the details under wraps.
Though we’re nearing the end, the excitement isn’t winding down. From the athletic showdowns to the closing spectacle, there’s still plenty to get pumped about. As the Olympics gear up to pass the torch to the Paralympics on August 28, let’s soak in every last moment of this incredible global gathering.
