France Concludes Paris Olympics with Champs-Elysées Parade
President Macron honors athletes and volunteers in a grand celebration marking the end of a historic summer of sport.
- Around 70,000 spectators gathered on the Champs-Elysées to celebrate the French athletes, volunteers, and public sector workers.
- The event featured a parade of 350 Olympic and Paralympic athletes, followed by a concert with artists from the Games' ceremonies.
- President Emmanuel Macron awarded the Legion d'Honneur to over 100 French medal winners, including stars like Léon Marchand and Teddy Riner.
- The French team finished the Olympics with a record 64 medals, including 16 golds, securing fifth place on the international table.
- Macron announced plans to establish a 'national day of sport' every September 14 to commemorate the spirit of the Games.