After 17 days, the 2016 Olympics came to an end on Sunday, August 21. The games went out with a colorful bang at the carnival-inspired closing ceremony held at Rio's Maracana Stadium, which featured dancers and samba music.
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Four-time gold medalist Simone Biles was given the honor of carrying the American flag into the closing ceremony. Needless to say, it was a big undertaking for the 4'9" gymnast, who held the flag twice her size.
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Tonga's now infamous flag bearer, Pita Taufatofua, made his oiled up, shirtless return to the Olympic stage. The Taekwondo athlete catapulted to fame during the games' opening ceremony.
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