Paris Olympics closing ceremony: When and where to watch date, time and more

NEW DELHI: The 2024 Paris Olympics, the 33rd edition of the world's largest multi-sport event, is approaching its final days. The majority of the highly anticipated competitions, including the men's and women's sprints (100 and 200 metres) and swimming events, which concluded on 4 August, have already taken place. In the remaining days, medals will be awarded in various disciplines such as athletics, boxing, beach volleyball, and football.
Breaking, a newly introduced sport in the Olympic program, started on Friday, with its first-ever medals to be presented on Saturday and Sunday. Reetika Hooda, India's only participant over the weekend, made her Olympic debut in wrestling on Saturday but was eliminated in the quarter-final round. Aman Sehrawat's secured bronze medal in men's 57kg wrestling on Friday.
The Paris Games will conclude on Sunday with a grand closing ceremony, where shooter Manu Bhaker and hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh will proudly carry India's flag. Bhaker gained prominence after winning two bronze medals in three events, while Sreejesh capped off his career by helping India secure men's hockey bronze for the second consecutive Olympics.
During the closing ceremony, the Olympics will be officially handed over from Paris to Los Angeles, which is set to host the event for the third time in 2028. Reports suggest that Hollywood star Tom Cruise will perform a stunt during this segment, adding to the excitement of the ceremony.
What are India’s remaining events in the last two days of the Paris Olympics?
Reetika Hooda, an Indian wrestler, will be the last athlete from her country to compete at the Paris Olympics. On Saturday, she will participate in the women's 76kg event, and if she emerges victorious in all her bouts or progresses through repechage, she will have the opportunity to contend for a medal on Sunday.
What are some of the major events on the final day of the Paris Olympics?
The concluding day of the Paris Olympics will feature the distribution of medals across various sports, including women's marathon, men's handball, women's basketball, women's volleyball, women's modern pentathlon, and multiple weight classes in both men's and women's wrestling categories.
When and where will the Paris Olympics closing ceremony take place?
The Paris 2024 Olympics will have an exciting start and finish. The Opening Ceremony will be a unique floating parade along the River Seine on 26 July. The Closing Ceremony, however, will take place at a more traditional venue — the Stade de France, which is the main Olympic stadium.
This mix of an innovative start and a customary end aims to offer a balanced experience for attendees.
Where can I watch the Paris Olympics closing ceremony live?
You can tune into the live telecast of the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony on Sports 18 1 and Sports 18 1 HD as well as Sports 18 2 channels.
You can also tune into the live stream of the event on JioCinema.