From Biles To Djokovic: Stars Of Paris Olympics

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The Paris Olympics 2024 comes to a conclusion on Sunday with a grand closing ceremony at the Stade de France.

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There were many contenders to be crowned stars of the 33rd edition of the Summer Games.

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Let's take a look at six athletes who had a dream outing at Paris 2024:

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Simone Biles (Gymanstics)

Biles found her night of reckoning and glory as she clinched the coveted all-around crown, following the setbacks in Tokyo 2020.

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Leon Marchand (Swimming)

The 22-year-old won all 4 of his individual races -- the 200m butterfly, 200m breaststroke and 200m-400m medley double.

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Novak Djokovic (Tennis)

At the age of 37, Novak Djokovic finally won an Olympic gold medal to go along with his 24 Grand Slam titles.

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Noah Lyles (Athletics)

The American sprinter wanted to cement his legacy as the rightful heir to Usain Bolt, but could only win the 100m gold.

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Antoine Dupont (Rugby Sevens)

Arguably the best 15-a-side player in the world, Dupont helped the French Rugby Sevens dethrone two-time defending champs Fiji.

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Mijain Lopez (Wrestling)

The Cuban grappler achieved a never-before-seen feat in Paris, winning a fifth successive gold in the Men's 130kg event.

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From Biles To Djokovic: Stars Of Paris Olympics

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The Paris Olympics 2024 comes to a conclusion on Sunday with a grand closing ceremony at the Stade de France.

There were many contenders to be crowned stars of the 33rd edition of the Summer Games.

Let's take a look at six athletes who had a dream outing at Paris 2024:

Simone Biles (Gymanstics)Biles found her night of reckoning and glory as she clinched the coveted all-around crown, following the setbacks in Tokyo 2020.

Leon Marchand (Swimming)The 22-year-old won all 4 of his individual races -- the 200m butterfly, 200m breaststroke and 200m-400m medley double.

Novak Djokovic (Tennis)At the age of 37, Novak Djokovic finally won an Olympic gold medal to go along with his 24 Grand Slam titles.

Noah Lyles (Athletics)The American sprinter wanted to cement his legacy as the rightful heir to Usain Bolt, but could only win the 100m gold.

Antoine Dupont (Rugby Sevens)Arguably the best 15-a-side player in the world, Dupont helped the French Rugby Sevens dethrone two-time defending champs Fiji.

Mijain Lopez (Wrestling)The Cuban grappler achieved a never-before-seen feat in Paris, winning a fifth successive gold in the Men's 130kg event.