(AFP) — The 2024 Olympics in Paris delivered an array of unforgettable moments, from a colorful, and sometimes controversial, opening ceremony to dramatic podium celebrations and intense competitions.

With the Games now concluded, Agence France-Presse (AFP) has released a ranking of the most iconic moments from the event, including Pakistan’s historic first gold medal won by Arshad Nadeem.

Here’s a rundown of the top moments:

Rain-Soaked Opening Ceremony The much-anticipated opening ceremony, featuring a boat parade on the River Seine, made global headlines for reasons beyond the spectacle. A rainstorm drenched the event, and a scene involving drag queens and lesbian DJ Barbara Butch sparked outrage among church leaders, conservatives, and even U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump. The segment, which some claimed parodied the Last Supper, led to a backlash and police complaints, despite artistic director Thomas Jolly’s denial of any such intent.

Djokovic’s Golden Roar Novak Djokovic captured tennis gold, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling men’s final. The victory completed Djokovic’s Golden Slam, making him the fifth player to achieve all four major titles plus Olympic gold. His triumphant roar echoed through Roland Garros before he tearfully embraced his family. Meanwhile, Alcaraz, emotional in defeat, expressed feeling as though he had let Spain down.

Biles Bows to Andrade Simone Biles was the standout gymnast of the Games, but she garnered praise for her graciousness, bowing to rival Rebeca Andrade on the podium after finishing behind her in the floor final. Biles, along with teammate Jordan Chiles, secured silver and bronze, with Biles calling Andrade “queen.” However, a later ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport awarded the bronze to Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu, after determining that Chiles should not have been upgraded from her initial fifth-place finish.

Lyles’ Photo-Finish Victory In a dramatic and historic men’s 100m final, world champion Noah Lyles clinched gold with a time of 9.79 seconds, edging out Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson by just five-thousandths of a second. The photo-finish victory led Lyles to declare himself “the wolf amongst wolves.”

Nadeem’s Historic Gold for Pakistan Arshad Nadeem made history by winning Pakistan’s first individual gold at the Olympics in the men’s javelin event, setting a Games record of 92.97 meters. India’s defending champion Neeraj Chopra took second place. Nadeem emphasized the positive impact of the rivalry between the two nations, particularly outside of cricket, for inspiring young people in both countries.

Korean Table Tennis Selfie Goes Viral A selfie taken by table tennis players from North and South Korea on the medal podium went viral, symbolizing a rare moment of unity between the two countries. After the medal ceremony, South Korea’s Lim Jong-hoon snapped a group photo that included players from both Koreas and the victorious Chinese team.

Youngest Gold for Australia Australian skateboarding prodigy Arisa Trew, at just 14 years old, won the women’s park event, becoming her country’s youngest-ever gold medallist. The event also featured 11-year-old Zheng Haohao, the youngest athlete to represent China at the Olympics. Trew’s final round, executed in her signature pink helmet, captivated the crowd at a sun-soaked Place de la Concorde.

Gender-Row Boxer Triumphs Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who was at the center of a gender eligibility controversy, claimed gold in a dramatic final at Roland Garros. Disqualified from last year’s world championships, Khelif was cleared to compete in Paris and used her victory to address the attacks and bullying she had faced. “I am a woman like any other,” she asserted.

Historic Win for Cuban Wrestler Cuban wrestler Mijain Lopez made Olympic history by becoming the first athlete to win five consecutive individual golds in the same event. After his victory, the 41-year-old placed his shoes in the center of the mat, signaling his retirement from the sport he described as the love of his life.

Cool Hand Yusuf Turkish shooter Yusuf Dikec became an internet sensation for his relaxed demeanor during competition, sporting a casual outfit with his left hand tucked in his pocket. Despite lacking specialized equipment, Dikec’s unique style and confident attitude drew comparisons to James Bond, capturing the attention of social media.