In an emotionally charged and eloquent speech, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) bid farewell to the Olympic Games Paris 2024, celebrating the athletes, organizers, and the French people for delivering an event that will be remembered as a beacon of unity, peace, and human excellence.
Addressing a global audience, the IOC President acknowledged the unique and historic nature of these Games, which brought together athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees and the IOC Refugee Olympic Team. Despite the tensions and conflicts that divide many of their nations, these athletes competed fiercely on the field while living harmoniously in the Olympic Village, creating a powerful symbol of peace and mutual respect.
“You showed us what greatness we humans are capable of,” he declared, commending the athletes for their extraordinary performances that captured the world’s imagination. “Every contest on the edge of perfection. Every performance sparking excitement around the world.”
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games were marked by their emphasis on inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation. As the first Games to fully realize the Olympic Agenda reforms, they were not only younger and more urban but also achieved full gender parity, setting a new standard for future Olympiads.
Reflecting on the broader impact of the Games, the IOC President emphasized the cultural significance of the event. “We know that the Olympic Games cannot create peace. But the Olympic Games can create a culture of peace that inspires the world.” He called on everyone who shares the Olympic spirit to carry forward this culture of peace in their everyday lives.
The speech also highlighted the spectacular atmosphere created by millions of spectators across Paris and France, who turned the streets and iconic venues into vibrant celebrations of athletic achievement and human diversity. The President extended heartfelt thanks to President Emmanuel Macron, the Paris 2024 Organising Committee led by Tony Estanguet, and the countless volunteers who contributed to the success of the Games.
In a poignant conclusion, as the Olympic flame was extinguished, the President declared the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad closed and invited the world to gather again in Los Angeles in 2028. “Thank you Paris, thank you France! Long live the Olympic Games! Long live France!” he exclaimed, marking the end of what will undoubtedly be remembered as a transformative chapter in Olympic history.
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games were not just a celebration of sport, but a celebration of a new era – an era defined by unity, peace, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
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