Highlights of 2020 Tokyo Olympics closing ceremony

Tokyo 2020 summer Olympics come to an conclusion on Sunday , August 8th. After disruptions caused by COVID-19 pandemic, host nation Japan and other participating countries come together to make this biggest sporting event to be successful.

IOC President, Thomas Bach said :

“For the first time since the pandemic began, the entire world came together. Sport returned to center stage. Billions of people around the globe were united by emotion, sharing moments of joy and inspiration. This gives us hope. This gives us faith in the future.”

Turning his attention towards the athletes who had assembled in the stadium, he added: “Over the last 16 days, you amazed us with your sporting achievements. With your excellence, with your joy, with your tears, you created the magic of these Olympic Games.

“You were faster, you went higher, you were stronger, because we all stood together – in solidarity and peace.

“You inspired us with this unifying power of sport. This is even more remarkable given the many challenges you had to face because of the pandemic.

Stunning LED Olympics Rings

The parade of athletes has begun! The athletes walk in together to celebrate everything they have given these past few weeks. Alone we are small but together we are giants!

Closing Fire Works

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“Tonight the Olympic flame that has lit up Tokyo will quietly go out. But the hope that has been ignited here will never be extinguished,” Tokyo 2020 President HASHIMOTO Seiko said.

“These Games took place in the midst of a severe pandemic, and I would like to express my deep gratitude to all those in medical services, to everyone who supported and contributed to the Games, and to our hosts, the people of Japan.

“To all the volunteers who supported the Games: these Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 are a testament to your strength, your power and your love for sport.

“To my fellow Olympians: there are no words to describe what you have achieved in Tokyo. You have accepted what seemed unimaginable, understood what had to be done, and through hard work and perseverance overcome unbelievable challenges. This has made you true Olympians.

“One athlete’s jubilant victory is another’s bitter defeat. Yet in the space of an instant, winner and loser come together in the same feeling of acknowledgement and respect. This is the beauty of the Olympic Games. This is the value of the Olympic spirit. Please never forget that sight. And in the future, tell the story of what you achieved here with confidence and pride.”

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