The 2024 Paris Olympics have etched into history as some of the most talked-about and memorable Games to date.
The 6 Most Memorable Moments from the Paris 2024 Olympic Track
It all began with the grand opening ceremony, featuring spectacular performances by Lady Gaga and Celine Dion, a boat parade along the Seine, appearances by sporting legends like tennis player Serena Williams and footballer Zinedine Zidane, and the Eiffel Tower illuminated in the colours of the Olympic rings.
This was just the beginning. Even the top bookmakers and casinos such as NetBet received a record number of bets on almost all Olympic sports and events. Also, a series of unforgettable moments and situations followed, some of which will probably be discussed for years.
The most decorated gymnast of all time
Simone Biles became the gymnast with the most medals ever won at the Olympics. She can boast 30 medals – 23 gold, four silver, and three bronze from world championships, plus seven medals at the Olympic Games – more than any other gymnast in history.
Additionally, she became the first woman to perform a double Yurchenko vault at the Olympics. This move is considered the most difficult to execute, and until now, it has only been attempted by men.
Proposing after the race
French hurdler Alice Finot proposed to her partner after competing in the women’s 3000-metre steeplechase, where she finished fourth. This 33-year-old athlete dashed straight to her beloved after crossing the finish line and knelt to propose.
Slightly tipsy Serbian basketball players at the medal ceremony
The Serbian basketball team won bronze. Social media was flooded with footage of Jokic and teammates’ lively celebration in a Parisian bar after their match. As entertaining and legendary as their celebration was, the medal ceremony proved even more amusing.
After a whole day of celebrations, the Serbian basketball players appeared at the medal ceremony at midnight, charmingly tipsy. Their footage continues to circulate, becoming amusing memes.
Duplantis breaks records
Swedish pole vaulter Armand Duplantis won gold and, in doing so, broke the world record for the ninth time with a height of 6.25 metres. He celebrated this new record in style, following in the footsteps of Turkish Olympic athlete Yusuf Dikeç, who became a main attraction after winning a silver medal.
Viral Turkish marksman
Turkish Olympian Yusuf Dikeç, at 51, became a sensation by shooting without protection with an air pistol, casually with one hand in his pocket as if he were not at the Olympics. This relaxed approach earned him Olympic silver and a slew of memes on social media, where he became a true star.
Women supporting women
Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade won gold in the women’s floor exercise, securing her second gold medal. Her victory thrilled and impressed her competitors, Simone Biles, who finished second, and Jordan Chiles, who came third, joined her on the podium in solidarity.
Interestingly, Chiles’ bronze medal was surrounded by controversy. Initially, it was awarded to Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu. Still, the medal was later reallocated to Chiles after the American team appealed to the judges, which caused Barbosu to cry.
Following a review, the Romanian delegation’s appeal was upheld, and it was announced that the American team had filed their appeal a minute after the deadline, resulting in the medal being returned to Barbosu.
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