Ledecky, Dupont and Khelif among flag-bearers at Paris Olympics closing ceremony:
Boxer Imane Khelif will be carrying Algeria's flag at the closing ceremony ...
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Flag Bearers Lead Paris 2024 Closing CeremonyOver 100 performers join medalists in the August 18 Stade de France parade, featuring stars like Ledecky and Khelif.
Key FactsAug 11, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The Paris 2024 closing ceremony on August 18 will showcase more than 100 performers on a massive stage.
- Algerian boxing champion Imane Khelif will carry her nation's flag despite facing gender-based attacks.
- Katie Ledecky will conclude the Games with nine Olympic golds, winning the women's 800m and 1500m freestyle events.
- Other flag bearers include France's Antoine Dupont, Australia's Kaylee McKeown, and India's Manu Bhaker.
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