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Sayonara, Tokyo: Emotional Closing Ceremony of 2020 Summer Olympics

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Only a few guests were present at the event due to health concerns, as Japan has registered a rising number of COVID-19 cases in recent days. But the closing ceremony was still emotional and full of hope that things will get better soon.
The Tokyo Games kicked off on 23 July, with many precautions and restrictions imposed to avoid a COVID outbreak. However, despite all the obstacles, the Olympics proved their importance as one of the world’s greatest events, connecting people from different countries and celebrating their best qualities.
© REUTERS / Issei KatoPeople outside the stadium watch fireworks during the closing ceremony.
People outside the stadium watch fireworks during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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People outside the stadium watch fireworks during the closing ceremony.
© REUTERS / Antonio BronicInternational Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach waves during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics closing ceremony.
International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach waves during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach waves during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics closing ceremony.
© Sputnik / Grigoriy Sysoyev / Go to the mediabankFlag bearers carry Japan's national flag at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics closing ceremony.
Flag bearers carry Japan's national flag at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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Flag bearers carry Japan's national flag at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics closing ceremony.
© Sputnik / Grigoriy Sysoyev / Go to the mediabankView of fireworks above the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo during the closing ceremony of the 2020 Summer Olympic Games.
View of fireworks above the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo during the closing ceremony of the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. - Sputnik International
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View of fireworks above the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo during the closing ceremony of the 2020 Summer Olympic Games.
© Sputnik / Grigoriy SysoyevROC team flag bearer Abdulrashid Sadulaev during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at the Olympic Stadium.
ROC team flag bearer Abdulrashid Sadulaev during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at the Olympic Stadium. - Sputnik International
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ROC team flag bearer Abdulrashid Sadulaev during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at the Olympic Stadium.
© REUTERS / Toby MelvilleA volunteer is seen applauding during the closing ceremony.
A volunteer is seen applauding during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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A volunteer is seen applauding during the closing ceremony.
© Sputnik / Vladimir Astapkovich / Go to the mediabankFireworks light up the Tokyo sky at the 2020 Summer Olympics closing ceremony.
Fireworks light up the Tokyo sky at the 2020 Summer Olympics closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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Fireworks light up the Tokyo sky at the 2020 Summer Olympics closing ceremony.
© AFP 2023 / Oli ScarffCanada's athletes walk across the field during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Canada's athletes walk across the field during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. - Sputnik International
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Canada's athletes walk across the field during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
© Sputnik / Grigoriy Sysoyev / Go to the mediabankAthletes take part in a parade during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Athletes take part in a parade during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Athletes take part in a parade during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
© REUTERS / Amr Abdallah DalshAthletes from the United States participate in the closing ceremony.
Athletes from the United States participate in the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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Athletes from the United States participate in the closing ceremony.
© Sputnik / Grigoriy SysoyevThe athletes participate in a parade during the 2020 Summer Olympic Games closing ceremony.
The athletes participate in a parade during the 2020 Summer Olympic Games closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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The athletes participate in a parade during the 2020 Summer Olympic Games closing ceremony.
© AFP 2023 / Jewel SamadThe Japanese dancer Aoi Yamada performs during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
The Japanese dancer Aoi Yamada performs during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. - Sputnik International
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The Japanese dancer Aoi Yamada performs during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
© AP Photo / Kiichiro SatoFireworks illuminate the sky over the National Stadium during the closing ceremony of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Fireworks illuminate the sky over the National Stadium during the closing ceremony of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Fireworks illuminate the sky over the National Stadium during the closing ceremony of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
© AFP 2023 / Daniel Leal-OlivasMembers of the Polish delegation take pictures as they attend the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Members of the Polish delegation take pictures as they attend the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. - Sputnik International
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Members of the Polish delegation take pictures as they attend the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
© REUTERS / Fabrizio BenschAthletes take part in a parade during the closing ceremony.
Athletes take part in a parade during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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Athletes take part in a parade during the closing ceremony.
© REUTERS / Antonio BronicA team member from Australia sits on the shoulders of another during the closing ceremony.
A team member from Australia sits on the shoulders of another during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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A team member from Australia sits on the shoulders of another during the closing ceremony.
© AFP 2023 / Pedro PardoA performer rides a unicycle during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.
A performer rides a unicycle during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo. - Sputnik International
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A performer rides a unicycle during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.
© REUTERS / Thomas PeterGeneral view of the fireworks above the stadium during the closing ceremony.
General view of the fireworks above the stadium during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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General view of the fireworks above the stadium during the closing ceremony.
© AP Photo / Jae C. HongArtists perform during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Artists perform during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Artists perform during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
© Sputnik / Ramil SitdikovArtists perform during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Artists perform during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Artists perform during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
© AP Photo / Dan Mullen/PoolSwiss athletes lie on the grass during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Swiss athletes lie on the grass during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Swiss athletes lie on the grass during the closing ceremony in the Olympic Stadium at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
© REUTERS / Pawel KopczynskiOlympic Stadium is lit up during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Olympic Stadium is lit up during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Olympic Stadium is lit up during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
© REUTERS / Antonio BronicPerformers inside the stadium during the closing ceremony.
Performers inside the stadium during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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Performers inside the stadium during the closing ceremony.
© Sputnik / Grigoriy Sysoyev / Go to the mediabankPresident of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach attends the 32nd Summer Olympic Games closing ceremony.
President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach attends the 32nd Summer Olympic Games closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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President of the International Olympic Committee Thomas Bach attends the 32nd Summer Olympic Games closing ceremony.
© REUTERS / Bernadett SzaboTraditional drummer performs during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Traditional drummer performs during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. - Sputnik International
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Traditional drummer performs during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
© REUTERS / Toby MelvilleThe Olympic torch and cauldron are displayed during the closing ceremony.
The Olympic torch and cauldron are displayed during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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The Olympic torch and cauldron are displayed during the closing ceremony.
© Sputnik / Ramil Sitdikov / Go to the mediabankFlags of Japan, Greece, and France at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics Closing Ceremony.
Flags of Japan, Greece, and France at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics Closing Ceremony. - Sputnik International
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Flags of Japan, Greece, and France at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics Closing Ceremony.
© AFP 2023 / Antonin ThuillierThe Olympic cauldron closes after the flame is extinguished during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
The Olympic cauldron closes after the flame is extinguished during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. - Sputnik International
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The Olympic cauldron closes after the flame is extinguished during the closing ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
© REUTERS / Toby MelvilleGeneral view inside the Olympic Stadium during the closing ceremony.
General view inside the Olympic Stadium during the closing ceremony. - Sputnik International
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General view inside the Olympic Stadium during the closing ceremony.
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