The penultimate of the extravaganza was marked with a rollicking closing ceremony at the Olympic Stadium.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the closing ceremony was largely pre-recorded with some live segments taking place.
Team Kenya managed to win a total of 10 medals during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in Japan.
The ceremony began with one athlete from each participating country marching in with their flags before assembling in a circle. Photo by Ayman Aref.Source: Getty Images
Kipchoge, Jepchirchir, Kipyegon and Emmanuel Korir all won gold medals for Kenya.
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Thando MpembeThando Mpembe is a sports journalist who has a passion for all things entertainment.
In her spare time, Thando enjoys reading and spending time with family.
She is an advocate for mental health and believes that a healthy body starts with a healthy mind.
The 32nd edition of the Olympics staged in Tokyo was faced with unprecedented logistical challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo by Ayman Aref/NurPhoto.Source: Getty Images
Thando holds an Honours Degree in Journalism from the University of Johannesburg.
Her favourite quote is “Gentle reminder - you are not for everyone and that is a blessing”.
Email: thando.mpembe@briefly.co.za
The Olympic fire burns during the closing ceremony (Photo by Ayman Aref/NurPhoto via Getty Images).Source: Getty Images
The closing session was also marked with low-key performances in a near-empty Tokyo Olympic Stadium. Photo by Ayman Aref.Source: Getty Images
The Mayor of Paris, the next venue of the Olympic Games, Anne Hidalgo, waves the Olympic flag. (Photo by Ayman Aref/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Source: Getty Images
The Tokyo Games came to a close on Sunday, August 8. Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images.Source: Getty Images
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